Southern Peach Bread

Introduction

Southern Peach Bread is a beloved recipe that captures the sunny sweetness of ripe peaches in every slice. With its moist crumb and subtle hints of spice, this quick bread is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert. Whether you’re looking to put summer peaches to delicious use or simply craving a comforting homemade treat, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal fuss—a crowd pleaser sure to impress.

Why You’ll Love This Southern Peach Bread

What sets Southern Peach Bread apart is its balance of juicy fruit, tender texture, and warm Southern spices. Fresh or frozen peaches infuse each bite with natural sweetness, while hints of cinnamon and vanilla add real depth. It’s simple to prepare, endlessly versatile, and pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

The Secret to Moist, Flavorful Peach Bread

Choosing ripe, fragrant peaches is key to the best flavor. If peaches aren’t in season, frozen slices (thawed and drained) work beautifully. Gently folding the fruit into the batter helps preserve their shape and juiciness, ensuring bursts of peach throughout the loaf. Sour cream or yogurt in the batter adds moisture and keeps the crumb exceptionally tender.

Serving Suggestions for Southern Peach Bread

Serve thick slices of peach bread warm with a pat of butter, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of whipped cream. For an extra-special brunch, lightly toast the slices and top with mascarpone cheese and chopped toasted pecans. This bread travels well for picnics and makes a thoughtful homemade gift during peach season.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

One loaf yields about 10 servings. Each serving of Southern Peach Bread typically contains 180–220 calories, depending on the amount of sugar and mix-ins. Enjoy as a lightly sweet breakfast or snack as part of a balanced meal plan.

Classic Southern Peach Bread (Recap)

Southern Peach Bread marries the best of homemade quick bread with the soul of Southern baking. Moist, flavorful, and bursting with juicy peaches, it’s an easy recipe that’s sure to earn a spot in your regular rotation.

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream (or yogurt) until well blended.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
6. Gently fold in the diced peaches and nuts (if using), ensuring the fruit is evenly distributed but batter remains light.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover loosely with foil for the last 15 minutes if the top browns too much.
9. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Weekly Meal Planning

This Southern Peach Bread is ideal for meal prepping and planning. Save and schedule this recipe to plan when to bake it and generate smart shopping lists that incorporate all your weekly meals.

Planning Benefits:

• Automatically tallies ingredient quantities across all planned recipes
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Pro tip: When planning several recipes, schedule them together to see ingredient overlap. For instance, if you’re making both peach bread and pancakes, you’ll know exactly how much flour or eggs to buy, ensuring nothing is wasted.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes