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Pear And Ginger Quick Bread Recipe

Spice up your baking routine with this delightful Pear & Ginger Quick Bread! A twist on classic quick bread, this recipe combines the sweetness of ripe pears with a warm kick of ginger. I've slightly adjusted the original King Arthur Flour recipe (reducing the ginger for a more balanced flavor) to create a moist and flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Say goodbye to ordinary apple or banana bread and hello to a deliciously different treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 148.8 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Pear And Ginger Quick Bread

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Ingredients for Pear And Ginger Quick Bread

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How to Make Pear And Ginger Quick Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan.
  2. Peel, core, and puree 2 medium ripe pears (about 1 1/2 cups) using a blender or food processor.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg until well combined.
  5. Add the pear puree, 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Beat until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped candied ginger and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

11g

Carbs

5g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American For Large Groups Breads Fruit Quick Breads Pears Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less