Description
Peach Bread Bliss is a moist and flavorful loaf bread filled with fresh peaches and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with a luscious cinnamon glaze studded with diced peaches, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert treat.
Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar (Substitution: Coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index)
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar (Substitution: Use granulated sugar but reduce total sugar slightly)
- 1 cup Milk (Substitution: Almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option)
- 1/2 cup Melted Butter (Substitution: Vegetable oil for a lighter option)
- 1 large Egg (Substitution: Flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 2.5 tablespoons water) for a vegan alternative)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (No substitution; essential for taste)
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Substitution: Gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free needs)
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder (No substitutions needed; essential for proper leavening)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (No substitution needed; small amount is crucial)
- 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg (Substitution: Pumpkin pie spice for a spicy twist)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (Substitution: Pumpkin pie spice for a spicy twist)
- 2 cups Fresh Peaches (Substitution: Canned peaches (drained and patted dry) if fresh aren’t available)
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar (Option: Adjust thickness with milk as needed)
- 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
- 1/2 cup Diced Peaches
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure the bread bakes evenly and stays moist.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon to ensure even distribution of spices and leavening agent.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing carefully to avoid overmixing which could make the bread dense.
- Add Peaches: Fold in the peeled and diced fresh peaches evenly throughout the batter to provide bursts of juicy flavor in every slice.
- Prepare Pan and Bake: Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake in preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to settle, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
- Make Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, diced peaches, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust consistency with a little milk if needed.
- Glaze the Bread: Pour the glaze evenly over the cooled peach bread, allowing it to drip down the sides for a beautiful, sweet finish. Let the glaze set before slicing.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg and use plant-based milk and butter alternatives.
- Use fresh peaches when in season for the best flavor and texture, canned peaches can be a substitute if necessary.
- Adjust glaze thickness by adding milk a teaspoon at a time to reach desired pourability.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For a gluten-free option, replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that suits baking.
