Best 9 Dried Pear Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Dried Pear Bread, a culinary masterpiece that artfully blends the essence of dried pears with the warmth of a homemade loaf. This tantalizing treat is not just any bread; it's an experience that awakens the senses with its unique texture and burst of flavors. Savor the delicate sweetness of perfectly caramelized dried pears, harmoniously balanced with the subtle tang of sourdough. Each bite reveals a symphony of textures, from the crisp crust to the soft, fluffy interior. Let the aroma of toasted walnuts and the hint of cinnamon dance on your palate, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Dive into the culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide, which includes not only the classic Dried Pear Bread recipe but also variations such as Dried Pear and Walnut Sourdough, Pear and Cranberry Bread, and a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions. Embrace the goodness of dried pears in every slice, and let the enticing aromas and flavors transport you to a world of culinary bliss.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

DRIED PEAR HAZELNUT LOAF



Dried Pear Hazelnut Loaf image

Looking for tasty bread? Then check out this dried pear hazelnut loaf - a nutty and flavorful recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
2 eggs
3/4 cup chopped dried pears
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (filberts), toasted, skins removed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cold butter
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray bottom and sides of 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix 2 1/4 cups flour, the granulated sugar, baking powder and salt. In medium bowl, beat buttermilk, 6 tablespoons butter, the vanilla, lemon peel, gingerroot and eggs with wire whisk until well blended. Stir into flour mixture until blended. Stir in pears and hazelnuts. Spread batter in pan.
  • In medium bowl, mix brown sugar and 1/4 cup butter until blended. Stir in 2/3 cup flour; pinch with fingers until clumps form. Sprinkle topping over batter.
  • Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 5 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, covering with foil during last 25 minutes to prevent overbrowning, if necessary. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 2 hours. In small bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk until thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle over loaf. Let stand 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 48 g, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg

PEAR-WALNUT-CRANBERRY QUICK BREAD WITH VANILLA BEAN GLAZE



Pear-Walnut-Cranberry Quick Bread with Vanilla Bean Glaze image

Glaze this loaf full of cranberry, pear and walnut with an icing made with real vanilla bean.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h45m

Yield 1 regular loaf or 3 mini loaves

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, plus more, for the pan
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
3/4 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon grated lemon or orange zest, optional
1 cup shredded pears, excess moisture squeezed out
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons milk
1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped out

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly brush one 9-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan or three 6-by-3-by-2-inch mini loaf pans with melted butter and set aside.
  • Combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Add the cranberries and walnuts and toss together. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the melted butter, yogurt, vanilla extract, eggs and grated zest if using in a small bowl. Stir in the shredded pears. Fold this mixture into the flour mixture until just incorporated.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan(s). Tap the bottom on a hard surface a few times and smooth the top. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 55 to 60 minutes for the regular and 35 to 40 minutes for the minis. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for 30 minutes, then turn the bread out and let cool completely on the rack.
  • Whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla bean seeds in a small bowl.
  • Pour the glaze over the bread and allow to set at room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

SLOW COOKED WINTER BREAD PUDDING WITH DRIED PEARS



Slow Cooked Winter Bread Pudding with Dried Pears image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 loaf (about 1 pound) whole-wheat multi-grain bread, preferably stale, cut into large cubes (about 6 cups)
1 quart (4 cups) half-and-half
4 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons whiskey or bourbon
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
12 ounces dried pears or a combination of pears and apricots, chopped
1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon mixed together
1 1/2 cups walnuts or pecans, toasted
Whipped cream or yogurt

Steps:

  • If bread is not stale: Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F. Spread the bread cubes out on a baking sheet and cook until toasted, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk the half-and-half, eggs, sugar, whiskey, vanilla, salt and nutmeg together in a large bowl. Toss bread cubes and dried fruit together and place into the slow cooker. Pour custard over top and press down lightly until all bread is covered with custard.
  • Cover and cook on LOW until pudding puffs and is just set, about 3 1/2 hours. Remove insert from the slow cooker and cool on a rack, about 20 minutes.
  • Spoon pudding into large cups or bowls and sprinkle each serving with cinnamon sugar, and toasted nuts. Top with whipped cream or yogurt, if desired.

DRIED PEAR BREAD



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This is a tasty way to use the dried fruit that comes in gift baskets. I substituted the pears in an apricot bread recipe that I've had for more years than I can remember. The aroma of the baking bread is delightful! Slices may be toasted and buttered if preferred.

Provided by Graciebonica

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces dried pear halves
2 cups hot water
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 large egg
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Cover dried pears with 2 c.
  • hot water and let soak 30 minutes.
  • Drain pears and snip into small pieces.
  • Sift dry ingredients together (except sugar).
  • Combine in another bowl sugar, butter, egg, 1/4 c.
  • water and orange juice.
  • Mix well; add dry ingredients.
  • Stir in pears and pecans.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan, which has been lightly greased and floured.
  • Bake at 350F for 55-60 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack; remove from pan and cool completely on rack.
  • Makes 1 loaf.
  • May be frozen.

FRESH PEAR BREAD



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This bread is moist and delicious!

Provided by coolbeans

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pears - peeled, cored and shredded
1 pear - peeled, cored and mashed
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 egg white, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
  • In a bowl, mix the shredded pears, mashed pear, egg, egg white, water, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, pudding mix, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. Stir the pear mixture into the flour mixture just until moistened. Transfer to the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 184.5 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

BACON CHEDDAR QUICK BREAD WITH DRIED PEARS



Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread with Dried Pears image

Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Categories     Bread     Cheese     Side     Cheddar     Pear     Bacon     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 bacon slices, chopped
1 cup coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese plus 1/2 cup 1/4-inch cubes extra-sharp cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces total)
1/2 cup finely chopped moist dried pears (about 3 1/2 ounces)
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted , chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 large eggs
1/3 cup whole milk
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Generously butter 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch metal loaf pan. Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain.
  • Combine bacon, all cheese, dried pears, walnuts, and sage in medium bowl. Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in large bowl to blend. Whisk eggs, milk, and olive oil in another medium bowl to blend. Pour egg mixture over flour mixture and stir just until dry ingredients are moistened. Add bacon-cheese mixture and stir until incorporated (dough will be very sticky). Transfer dough to prepared loaf pan; spread evenly.
  • Bake bread until golden on top and slender knife inserted into center of bread comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Cool bread in pan 5 minutes, then turn out onto rack and cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in plastic, then foil, and store at room temperature.

FRESH PEAR BREAD



Fresh Pear Bread image

When our tree branches are loaded with ripe and juicy fruit, I treat my family and friends to lots of easy pear recipes. I always receive raves and requests for this particular pear bread recipe because of the mix of fun ingredients.-Linda Patrick, Houston, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups finely chopped peeled ripe pears (about 4 medium)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; stir into the egg mixture just until moistened. Toss pears with lemon juice. Stir pears and walnuts into batter (batter will be thick). , Spoon into 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PEAR BREAD I



Pear Bread I image

This bread is great lightly toasted for breakfast or anytime!

Provided by ANGIEGAIL

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
¾ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 cups white sugar
2 cups peeled shredded pears
1 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Make a well in the center of the bowl.
  • In a separate bowl combine the oil, eggs, sugar, grated pears, pecans, and vanilla. Blend well. Add to well of dry ingredients. Stir until just moistened. Spoon batter into 2 greased and floured 8x5x3 inch loaf pans.
  • Bake in a preheated 325 degree F (165 degrees C) oven for one hour and 15 minutes. Cool on wire rack before removing from the loaf pans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 27.9 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 196.4 mg, Sugar 22 g

SPICED PEAR BREAD



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My mom and I put up our own pears, so I always have plenty on hand when I want to make this wonderful bread. It's so moist and delicious that you'll want to have another slice...or two! -Rachel Barefoot, Linden, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 mini loaves (6 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
3 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) sliced pears, drained and mashed
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, pears, applesauce and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Pour into four 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and avoid any surprises.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the bread will be.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing can make the bread tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: This will help the dough rise properly and give you a light, fluffy bread.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven: This will help the bread rise evenly.
  • Don't overbake the bread: Overbaking can make the bread dry and crumbly. Bake the bread just until it is golden brown.

Conclusion:

Dried pear bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet or savory, this bread is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a new bread recipe to try, give dried pear bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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