Autumn Spice Pear Bread Delight

This moist and fragrant pear bread blends ripe pears with warm spices for a cozy treat that’s perfect for breakfast, tea time, or dessert. The natural sweetness of the pears means less refined sugar, while a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg brings that irresistible fall aroma to your kitchen.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• 2 large eggs
• ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
• ½ cup (120ml) neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups (about 2 large) ripe pears, peeled and grated
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs with brown sugar and oil until smooth.
4. Stir in vanilla extract, then fold in grated pears and chopped nuts (if using).
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.