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Southern Peach Bread: A Taste of Summer

Southern Peach Bread on a rustic table

This peach bread recipe is a delightful Southern treat, packed with fresh peaches and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups peeled and diced fresh peaches

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9×5 inch loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced peaches.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter. You can also use frozen peaches if fresh peaches are not available.