Spiced Pear & Cardamom Delight Bread
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of our Spiced Pear & Cardamom Delight Bread. This delightful quick bread combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the aromatic notes of ground cardamom, creating a comforting treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re sharing it with loved ones or savoring a slice all to yourself, this bread is sure to brighten your day. Gift it wrapped in elegant plastic or a rustic cloth, and watch smiles bloom! Serve it warm with a pat of butter for an extra touch of indulgence.
1
Servings
220
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 2/3 cups (sifted)
sugar
3/4 cup (granulated)
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons
salt
3/4 teaspoon
ground cardamom
1 teaspoon
chopped unpeeled pears
1 1/2 cups ((1-2 medium-sized pears))
vegetable oil
1/2 cup
milk
1/4 cup
eggs
2 (large, beaten)
sugar for topping
1 tablespoon (granulated)
cardamom for topping
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the bottom of a standard loaf pan.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cardamom. Stir until well mixed.
3
Add the chopped pears, vegetable oil, milk, and beaten eggs to the dry ingredients. Gently fold everything together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
4
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. In a small bowl, mix the topping ingredients: the tablespoon of sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully removing it and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely, which will take around 1 hour.
Nutrition Information
9
Fat
30.4
Carbs
2.8
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spiced Pear & Cardamom Delight Bread?
It is a sweet and aromatic quick bread that features the flavors of ripe pears and ground cardamom.
What are the primary flavors in this bread?
The primary flavors are the natural sweetness of pears and the warm, floral notes of ground cardamom.
How long does it take to bake this pear bread?
The bread takes between 55 to 65 minutes to bake in the oven.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
Do I need to peel the pears for this recipe?
No, the recipe specifically calls for chopped unpeeled pears.
How many pears do I need for 1 1/2 cups?
You will typically need 1 to 2 medium-sized pears to reach 1 1/2 cups of chopped pears.
What type of flour should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 2/3 cups of sifted flour.
Is this a quick bread or a yeast bread?
This is a quick bread, meaning it uses baking powder as a leavening agent instead of yeast.
How many eggs are required for the batter?
The recipe requires 2 large, beaten eggs.
What kind of oil is used in this bread?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How should I prepare the loaf pan?
Grease the bottom of a standard loaf pan before adding the batter.
What is the topping made of?
The topping is a mixture of 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom.
How do I know when the bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Can I overmix the batter?
No, you should gently fold the ingredients together until just combined; a few lumps are acceptable.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
The bread should cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
How long does it take for the bread to cool completely?
It takes approximately 1 hour on a wire rack for the bread to cool completely.
How many calories are in a serving of this bread?
There are approximately 220 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains about 9 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
One serving contains 30.4 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does this bread provide?
Each serving provides about 2.8 grams of protein.
Is milk used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/4 cup of milk.
What are the suggested gifting options for this bread?
You can gift it wrapped in elegant plastic or a rustic cloth.
What is the best way to serve the bread?
It is best served warm with a pat of butter.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
How much cardamom goes into the batter?
The batter requires 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom.
What kind of sugar is used?
The recipe uses granulated sugar for both the batter and the topping.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 11 ingredients in total including the topping components.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include quick bread, pear bread, cardamom, spiced bread, baking, homemade gifts, dessert bread, fall flavors, and comfort food.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 3/4 teaspoon of salt.
Can I substitute the oil for butter?
While the recipe specifies vegetable oil, many quick breads allow for melted butter as a substitute, though it may change the texture.