Southern Peach Bread
Southern Peach Bread is a delightful quick bread that captures the sweetness of peaches and autumn spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups peeled and chopped fresh peaches (or canned, drained)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Add Peaches: Gently fold in the chopped peaches until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling
- Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
To ensure your Southern Peach Bread turns out perfectly, avoid overmixing the batter and watch the baking time closely. You can substitute fresh peaches for canned ones if they are out of season. Consider adding nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture.