Should I refrigerate peach bread?

Because of the high moisture content from the fruit, Heavenly Peach Bread stays fresh at room temperature in an airtight container for about two days. If your kitchen is particularly warm or humid, I recommend refrigerating it to prevent spoilage, though it tastes best when brought back to room temperature before serving.

What pairs really well with peaches?

Peaches have a natural affinity for warm spices like cinnamon and ginger. They also pair beautifully with dairy products like heavy cream, vanilla bean ice cream, or even a dollop of tangy Greek yogurt. For a savory contrast, peaches go surprisingly well with pork or salty cheeses like feta.

Can I use frozen peaches for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen peaches. Just make sure to thaw them completely and drain any excess liquid before chopping and folding them into the batter. This prevents the bread from becoming soggy or taking too long to bake through.

Is Peach Melba hard to make?

Peach Melba is a classic dessert made of poached peaches and raspberry sauce served over vanilla ice cream. While it sounds fancy, it is quite simple! However, if you prefer the heartiness of a baked good, this peach bread provides those same classic fruit flavors in a much easier, shareable format.

Heavenly Peach Bread Recipe: Better Than Peach Cobbler!

Name: Heavenly Peach Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 cup vegetable oil; 4 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon peach extract; 3 cups fresh peaches, chopped; 1 cup powdered sugar (optional glaze); 2 tablespoons milk (optional glaze)

Description

This traditional Southern quick bread features a moist, spiced crumb packed with juicy fresh peach chunks. It is a perfect seasonal treat that stays wonderfully fresh for days, making it ideal for sharing with friends and neighbors.

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peach extract
3 cups fresh peaches, chopped
1 cup powdered sugar (optional glaze)
2 tablespoons milk (optional glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven. Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans with cooking spray or butter and flour.
Combine dry ingredients. Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
Mix wet ingredients. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients, add the oil and eggs, and stir until moistened; stir in the vanilla and peach extracts.
Fold in peaches. Gently fold the chopped peaches into the batter using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
Bake the loaves. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a tester comes out clean.
Cool and serve. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely; drizzle with glaze if desired.

Notes

To ensure your bread has the best texture, use room temperature eggs and avoid over-mixing the batter once the flour is added. If you notice your peach chunks are very heavy or juicy, lightly toss them in a small amount of extra flour before adding them to the batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the pan.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Category: Quick Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southern