Best 10 Dried Pear Bread Recipes

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Dried pear bread is a delicious and unique take on traditional bread recipes. The addition of dried pears adds a subtle sweetness and chewy texture that pairs perfectly with the soft and fluffy bread. This bread is perfect for serving at breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and it also makes a great gift. With a variety of simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, anyone can master the art of making dried pear bread. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the best recipes for dried pear bread, providing step-by-step instructions, tips, and tricks to ensure a perfect loaf every time.

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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

SLOW COOKED WINTER BREAD PUDDING WITH DRIED PEARS



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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 HAZELNUT LOAF



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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

FRESH PEAR BREAD



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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



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Make and share this Pear Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 3-4 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup yogurt or 1/4 cup buttermilk
1 cup pear, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Cream butter, gradually beat in sugar.
  • Beat in eggs, one at a time. Combine dry ingredients.
  • Add to egg mixture alternately with yogurt. Stir in pears and vanilla.
  • Pour into buttered loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
  • Freezes well.
  • Excellent for mini loaves.

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.

PEAR YEAST BREAD



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"Because I have a busy schedule, I revamped this recipe so I could use my bread machine," writes Maureen DeGarmo of Martinez, California. "I also substituted canned pears, which make preparation even easier. We like it for a weekend breakfast treat."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (15 ounces) pear halves, undrained
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3-1/2 cups bread flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the pears and extract; cover and process until pureed. Pour into bread machine pan., Add the remaining ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour if needed).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MOM'S SPICED PEAR BREAD



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This spiced pear bread has been a family recipe for over 30 years! Just like mom use to make! This bread is great slightly warmed with butter for breakfast or anytime!

Provided by Char and Gary

Time 1h20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons allspice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped pears
1 ¾ cups dark brown sugar
1 cup golden raisins
¾ cup vegetable oil
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup apple cider
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease two 8x5x3-inch loaf pans.
  • Combine flour, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, baking soda, salt, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine pears, brown sugar, raisins, vegetable oil, white sugar, apple cider, eggs, and vanilla in a separate bowl; blend well. Add to dry ingredients and stir just until moistened. Pour batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of each loaf comes out clean, 65 to 70 minutes. Cool in the loaf pans before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 27.9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 203.6 mg, Sugar 30.2 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.

OVEN-DRIED PEARS



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Once you taste homemade dried fruit, you may never opt for the packaged version again.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Fills one standard baking pan

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 to 3 Bosc, Comice, or Red Bartlett pears, unpeeled
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 225 degrees. Line a pan with parchment. Cut each pear lengthwise into 1/8- to 1/4- inch-thick slices. Remove seeds and fibrous bits from each slice; arrange on pan, spaced 1/2 to 1 inch apart. Sprinkle with sugar.
  • Transfer to oven; dry until pears become firmer, slightly chewy, and shriveled around edges, 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours. Transfer to a wire rack. Store in an airtight container, refrigerated, up to 2 days or frozen, up to 6 weeks.

Tips:

  • Use ripe but firm pears for the best flavor and texture.
  • Peel and core the pears before drying them.
  • Slice the pears into thin, even slices so that they dry evenly.
  • Use a food dehydrator or oven to dry the pears at a low temperature (140-150°F) for 6-8 hours, or until they are leathery and pliable.
  • Store the dried pears in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
  • Use dried pears in bread, muffins, cookies, and other baked goods.
  • Add dried pears to oatmeal, yogurt, or trail mix for a healthy snack.

Conclusion:

Dried pear bread is a delicious and versatile quick bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is a great way to use up leftover pears, and it also makes a thoughtful gift. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and nutty crunch, dried pear bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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