Pear Bread

Moist and flavorsome pear bread made with shredded fresh ripe pears, pecans, cinnamon, and vanilla; this recipe makes 2 loaves — perfect for freezing or gifting!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 279 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 3 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups peeled shredded pears
• 0.75 cup vegetable oil
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degree F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour two 8x5-inch loaf pans. 

Step 2

Combine flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl; make a well in the center.

Step 3

Combine grated pears, sugar, pecans, eggs, oil, and vanilla in a separate bowl until well blended; pour into well of dry ingredients and stir until just moistened. Spoon batter into prepared loaf pans.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Cool on wire rack before removing from the loaf pans.