Spiced Pear Bread Recipe
This moist and aromatic Spiced Pear Bread combines juicy ripe pears with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger , creating the perfect fall-inspired loaf. Ideal for breakfast, snacking, or a cozy dessert with tea.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Resting Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Course Bread, Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 310 kcal
1 Loaf pan 9x5 inch preferred
1 Mixing bowl Large
1 Grater For fresh pears
1 Whisk For mixing wet ingredients
1 Spatula For folding in dry ingredients
- 1 cup grated pear about 2 ripe pears peeled and grated
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs large
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon ground
- ¼ tsp nutmeg freshly grated if possible
- ¼ tsp ground ginger optional
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped walnuts optional
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugars, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
Add the grated pear to the wet mixture and stir well.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in chopped walnuts, if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the loaf rest for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice, serve warm or cool ; delicious on its own or with a smear of butter or cream cheese!
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Use overripe pears for the juiciest texture and richest flavor.
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Add a sprinkle of raw sugar on top before baking for a crunchy crust.
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Keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days; also freezer-friendly.

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