Indulge in the delightful combination of juicy peaches and crunchy poppy seeds with this easy-to-make peach and poppy seed bread. This moist and flavorful bread is perfect for breakfast or as a snack, and it's sure to become a family favorite. The addition of peaches adds a fruity twist to traditional poppy seed bread, making it a unique and delicious treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup diced peaches
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the diced peaches and poppy seeds until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Poppy seeds not only add a nutty flavor and a pleasing crunch to this bread, but they also provide some health benefits. They are a good source of dietary fiber and contain minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium.
Peaches are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber. They also add a natural sweetness and moistness to the bread, making it extra delicious.
This recipe can be easily adapted to incorporate other fruits such as blueberries or raspberries, allowing for endless variations of this tasty bread.