Ginger Pear Bread - Quick Bread Recipe - Sweet and Savory Morsels (2024)

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The sweet taste of fresh pear blends perfectly with the bold flavor of ginger in this soft, moist, homemade Ginger Pear Bread recipe.

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There's just something so good about homemade bread. The freshness, the moistness, and the warm scent wafting through the house as it bakes…Mmmmm!

This homemade Ginger Pear Bread is not only quick and easy to make, but it's also soft, tender, and so moist. Plus the boldness of the ginger compliments the sweetness of the pears so well!

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Now I know this ginger pear bread loaf looks fancy and difficult, but it’s actually not hard to make! Plus there's no fancy equipment required. All you need are a few common ingredients and an oven! Ready to see how to make it?

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How To Make Ginger Pear Bread

Packed with sweet pear and bold ginger, this moist and tender bread is just begging to be devoured! Find the complete ingredients and instructions in the printable recipe at the end of the post.

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Ingredients Needed for Ginger Pear Bread

This quick and easy homemade bread recipe uses everyday kitchen staples to create a light and moist bread. But what really makes it stand out is the use of fresh, ripe pear and fresh ground ginger.

While many recipes I make use ground ginger, this is one recipe that I really recommend using fresh ginger. This is because fresh ginger has a bit more bite than ground ginger and that is something you really want with the sweetness of the fresh pear.

If, however, you prefer to use ground ginger or you don't any fresh ginger on hand, you will need to use a lot less. I wouldn't use any more than 1/8 to 1/4 of a teaspoon.

Other than that, you will also need:

  • flour
  • light brown sugar (firmly packed)
  • pecans (chopped)
  • unsalted butter (melted)
  • baking soda
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • egg
  • vanilla
  • whole milk

Recipe Instructions

Making this homemade bread is incredibly easy. It takes about 15 minutes to make the dough, then the rest of the time is baking. The end result is a moist, soft bread that you are going to love!

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Can I Store Ginger Pear Bread?

This bread is so good it's hard to stop eating it! If you do manage to have any left, it will keep for a few days in an airtight container at room temperature. If you want to store it even longer, keep the container in the refrigerator and reheat a slice as wanted.

Ginger Pear Bread Recipe – Printable

Ginger Pear Bread

The sweet taste of fresh pear blends perfectly with the bold flavor of ginger in this soft, moist, homemade Ginger Pear Bread recipe.

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Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Ingredients

Topping Ingredients

  • ¼ cup light brown sugar firmly packed
  • ¼ cup pecans chopped
  • ½ tbsp flour
  • ½ tbsp butter unsalted, melted

Bread Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp ginger grated
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp butter unsalted, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ½ cup milk whole
  • 1 pear – ripe, firm peeled and finely chopped

Instructions

Topping Directions

  • Add brown sugar, pecans, and flour in a small bowl. Stir to combine.

  • Add butter.

  • Mix well and set aside.

Bread Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prep a loaf pan with non-stick spray.

  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ginger in a large bowl. Divide the flour mixture into thirds and set aside.

  • Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla and egg, mixing well.

  • Reduce the mixer speed to low, and carefully add in 1/3 of the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, then add in 1/2 of the milk and mix lightly.

  • Add in another 1/3 of the flour mixture, again mixing until just blended. Then add in the remaining 1/2 of the milk, mix lightly.

  • Add in the final 1/3 of the flour mixture, and mix until just combined.

  • Stir in the pears.

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan using a spatula to evenly spread it around.

  • Sprinkle the topping over the batter., then use your hands to lightly press the topping down into the batter so it sticks better once baked.

  • Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes until the bread has browned and an inserted toothpick comes out clean.

  • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before flipping it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

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Looking for another quick and easy homemade bread recipe? Try these Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits!

Ginger Pear Bread - Quick Bread Recipe - Sweet and Savory Morsels (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret for mixing quick breads? ›

Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients all at once. Using a wooden spoon, mix just until the dry ingredients are moistened, 15 to 20 light strokes. There should be some small lumps. Overmixing can cause quick breads to be tough, bake unevenly or cause elongated holes (or tunnels).

What is the difference between quick bread and sweet bread? ›

"Quick bread" is a term used to describe any and all breads that are made without yeast as a leavening agent. They are leavened chemically, usually with baking powder or baking soda, and can be with sweet or savory. Technically, most sweet breads (section 8) are also quick breads.

What is the most common mistake when making quick breads? ›

The 12 Most Common Bread Baking Mistakes to Avoid
  • Over-flouring wet dough. ...
  • Failing to keep notes. ...
  • Ignoring the water factor. ...
  • Always using commercial yeast. ...
  • Doing everything in a standing mixer. ...
  • Switching up flours willy-nilly. ...
  • Too hot, or too cold. ...
  • Being impatient.
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What should you avoid doing when mixing quick breads? ›

TIPS FOR MAKING QUICK BREAD

Avoid overmixing the batter as it can lead to tough, dense quick bread that may sink in the middle. Dry baked goods are not enjoyable, so it's always important to closely monitor baking time to prevent overbaking.

What's the purpose of an egg in a quick bread? ›

Eggs also act as an emulsifier. By surrounding small particles of fat, the egg helps make the quick bread batter smoother, thus contributing to volume and texture. In addition, when eggs are beaten, they incorporate tiny air bubbles that expand with heat in the oven, contributing to volume.

What are 2 tips to successfully making quick breads? ›

6 Tips for Successful Quick Bread
  1. Tip 1: Follow the Recipe Closely. ...
  2. Tip 2: Don't Overmix the Batter. ...
  3. Tip 3: Use Room Temperature Ingredients. ...
  4. Tip 4: Preheat Your Oven. ...
  5. Tip 5: Don't overbake the bread. ...
  6. Tip 6: Let the bread cool before slicing.
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What are the 7 basic ingredients in quick bread? ›

  • Flour. Gives baked goods- Structure.
  • Liquids/Milk. Gives baked goods-Moisture & helps combine ingredients.
  • Chemical Leavening Agents (baking soda, powder) Make quick breads quick- Produces carbon dioxide, leavens baked product.
  • Fat. Gives baked goods-Flavor, tenderness.
  • Eggs. ...
  • Salt. ...
  • Sugar. ...
  • Shortening.

What makes quick breads tender and fluffy? ›

Fat or Shortening: Makes quick breads tender or "short". It gives them their fine texture, aids in browning and helps keep the finished product moist. Eggs: Binds the ingredients together. Beaten eggs act as a leavening agent by adding air.

What two chemicals must be in a quick bread recipe in order for it to have a chemical leavening reaction which gives off carbon dioxide and makes quick breads rise? ›

Combining baking soda with an acid produces a chemical reaction that releases carbon dioxide gas which causes the food to expand and become fluffy.

Why do most quick breads need to be baked immediately after mixing? ›

Quick breads offer instant gratification to busy people who love to bake. Quick breads, unlike yeast breads, rise with the help of quick-acting leavening agents (baking powder, baking soda or a combination of both) and are generally baked as soon as the dough has been mixed.

How can I improve my bread mix? ›

Using fresh ingredients to flavour your dough

Fresh vegetables such as peppers and cherry tomatoes work really well in bread dough. But don't add them in raw – they'll add too much moisture to your dough. Instead, roast them in the oven to both increase their flavour and dry them out.

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