Description
Heavenly Peach Bread is a delightful summer treat that captures the essence of fresh peaches in every bite. This moist and tender bread features a luscious peach glaze that elevates its flavor, making it perfect for brunches, picnics, or an afternoon snack. With its inviting aroma and sweet taste, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether served plain or adorned with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or even as a twist on French toast, Heavenly Peach Bread is versatile enough for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups fresh peaches, diced
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/3 cup finely diced peaches
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; whisk until well mixed.
- Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Carefully fold in diced peaches.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55–60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, melted butter, diced peaches, and remaining vanilla extract until smooth; add heavy cream if needed for consistency.
- Spread glaze over cooled bread before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 68g)
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 63mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg