Pear Cardamom Bread
Elevate your baking game with this aromatic Pear Cardamom Bread, a delightful fusion of warm spices and juicy, ripe pears. Perfect for cozy mornings or an afternoon treat, this quick bread combines the floral essence of ground cardamom with the comforting warmth of cinnamon for an unforgettable flavor profile. Grated pears add natural sweetness and moisture, ensuring a soft, tender crumb, while optional chopped walnuts introduce a satisfying crunch. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for bakers of all levels. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it solo as a spiced, seasonal indulgence. Perfect for lovers of fruit-filled breads and cardamom recipes alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 medium ripe pears, peeled and grated
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until light and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, and stir until fully incorporated.
Fold in the grated pears. The moisture from the pears will help create a soft and tender bread.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and finish with the dry mixture, stirring gently after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.2 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 2434 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.9 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 242.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.1 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1205 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
