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Pear bread cut into slices.
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5 from 2 votes

Pear Bread Recipe

This super easy pear bread is made with fresh pears and comes out light, fluffy, and absolutely delicious. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime in between!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Baking, Cake
Cuisine: American
Freezer friendly: Yes
Servings: 16 Servings
Calories: 163kcal
Author: Radwa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter , softened
  • ⅔ cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs , room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 fresh pears , cored and chopped into small chunks

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F and line a 2lb loaf pan with parchment pepper.
  • In a mixing bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk butter and sugar until light, and fluffy, then whisk in the eggs( one at a time).
  • Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until combined.
  • Fold in flour mixture until incorporated (DON'T overmix). Stir in the chopped pears.
  • Transfer the batter to the loaf tin and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, then cool the cake completely before cutting it and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, and they will last for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Slice | Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 262IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg