Pear Bread

Vegetarian
Pear Bread
65 min.
24
176kcal

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Looking for a delicious and vegetarian-friendly treat that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this mouthwatering Pear Bread! This scrumptious recipe yields a generous 24 servings, each packed with 176 calories, making it a delightful option for any time of day. Whether you're preparing a festive brunch, an afternoon tea, or a cozy dessert, this pear bread is sure to impress your guests with its unique blend of flavors and textures.

Crafted with a delightful base of all-purpose flour, this bread gets a warm and aromatic twist from ground ginger and nutmeg, while the addition of melted butter and vegetable oil ensures a moist and tender crumb. The star of the show, ripe and diced pears, adds a natural sweetness and a delightful fruity surprise with every bite. The combination of these ingredients, along with the essential elements of baking powder, baking soda, and a touch of salt, creates a perfectly balanced pear bread that's both comforting and sophisticated.

With a total preparation time of just 65 minutes, this pear bread is a breeze to whip up. All you need are a few simple tools like a bowl, an oven, a whisk, a loaf pan, and a set of toothpicks to check for doneness. Once baked to perfection, the pear bread boasts a beautiful golden-brown crust that gives way to a moist, flavorful interior. Serve it as is, or slice it up and enjoy it with your favorite spread – the possibilities are endless!

So why wait? Dive into the world of vegetarian baking with this irresistible Pear Bread recipe. Your taste buds – and your waistline – will thank you!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  •  eggs 
  • 3.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cups pears diced peeled
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, ginger, baking soda and nutmeg; set aside. In another bowl, whisk the sugar, oil and butter.
  2. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened (batter will be stiff). Stir in pears.
  3. Pour into two greased 8-in. x 4-in. loaf pans.
  4. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories176kcal
Protein6.55%
Fat28.91%
Carbs64.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.41
Glycemic Load
19.44
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.886956512928%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Catechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.5mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.1kcal
8.8%
Fat:5.7g
8.77%
Saturated Fat:2.84g
17.77%
Carbohydrates:28.62g
9.54%
Net Carbohydrates:27.7g
10.07%
Sugar:13.92g
15.47%
Cholesterol:37.45mg
12.48%
Sodium:178.87mg
7.78%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.24%
100%
Protein:2.91g
5.81%
Selenium:8.61µg
12.31%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.87%
Folate:37.93µg
9.48%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.17%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.74%
Iron:1.04mg
5.79%
Vitamin B3:1.12mg
5.58%
Phosphorus:40.85mg
4.09%
Fiber:0.93g
3.72%
Vitamin A:161.2IU
3.22%
Vitamin K:2.67µg
2.54%
Copper:0.04mg
2.23%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.05%
Calcium:19.37mg
1.94%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.92%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.64%
Magnesium:6.27mg
1.57%
Potassium:48.37mg
1.38%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.26%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.22%