This easy peach bread is a moist, cinnamon-spiced quick bread packed with juicy peaches and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a summer dessert.
2cupspeaches, peeled and dicedfresh or well-drained canned
0.5cupschopped pecansoptional
1tablespoonsunsalted butterfor greasing pan
1teaspoonslemon zestoptional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with butter and line with a parchment sling.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth. Whisk in oil, sour cream, vanilla, and lemon zest until combined.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
Fold in diced peaches and pecans (if using) until evenly distributed.
Transfer batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to release air bubbles.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Tent loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.
Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out using the parchment and cool completely on a rack before slicing.
Slice and serve. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
Notes
For canned peaches, use well-drained slices and pat dry. If your peaches are very juicy, add 0.25 cup extra flour to the batter. Nuts are optional but add great texture. The loaf freezes well: wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months.