Joanna Gaines Pear Bread

This moist, spiced Joanna Gaines Pear Bread is made with fresh chopped pears, warm cinnamon, and vanilla, ready in about 80 minutes. Slicing through the golden brown crust reveals pockets of tender, juicy fruit throughout the crumb. I love making this whenever I have overly ripe pears sitting on my counter.

Why This Classic Works

Baking with fresh fruit can sometimes lead to soggy bread, but this recipe balances the moisture perfectly. The generous amount of chopped pears melts right into the spiced batter as it bakes.

I learned early on that skipping the peeling step leaves tough skins in the bread, which ruins the texture. Taking the extra few minutes to peel the fruit guarantees a soft, uniform crumb every single time.

Joanna Gaines Pear Bread Ingredients

• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 cups fresh pears, peeled and chopped (about 3 medium pears)
• 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

How To Make Joanna Gaines Pear Bread

1. Preheat And Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F and generously grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray or butter.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until completely smooth and pale.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt just until no dry streaks remain.
4. Fold In Pears: Stir the peeled, chopped pears and pecans into the batter until evenly distributed, being careful not to overmix.
5. Bake The Loaf: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 65 to 75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Recipe Tips

• Use firm but ripe pears: Overly mushy pears will add too much liquid to the batter, resulting in a dense loaf.
• Check for doneness early: Every oven is different, so start testing your bread at the 60-minute mark with a wooden skewer.
• Tent with foil: If the top of the bread is browning too quickly during the last 20 minutes of baking, loosely cover it with aluminum foil.

What To Serve With Pear Bread

Enjoy a thick slice of Pear Bread slightly warmed alongside a hot cup of black coffee or spiced chai. For a sweeter pairing, spread a layer of softened cream cheese or salted butter over the top.

How To Store

Keep the completely cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. To freeze, wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

FAQs

• Can I use canned pears instead of fresh? Fresh pears are highly recommended for the best texture and moisture balance. If you must use canned, drain them completely and pat them very dry before chopping.
• What type of pear works best? Bosc, Anjou, or Bartlett pears are excellent choices for baking. Just ensure they are ripe but still hold their shape when diced.
• Why did my bread sink in the middle? Sinking usually happens if the loaf is underbaked or if your baking soda is expired. Always test the deepest center point with a toothpick to ensure no wet batter remains.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Cholesterol: 35 mg
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 45 g
• Protein: 4 g

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Joanna Gaines Pear Bread

Recipe by Imen Dridi

Servings

10

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Total time

1

hour 

20

minutes

Joanna Gaines Pear Bread features a moist, tender crumb loaded with fresh sweet pears, warm cinnamon, and vanilla, ready in 80 minutes. This comforting quick bread is perfect for a cozy weekend morning or sharing with friends over coffee.

Ingredients

• 1 cup vegetable oil

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• 3 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• 3 cups fresh pears, peeled and chopped (about 3 medium pears)

• 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

• 1. Preheat And Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F and generously grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray or butter.
• 2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until completely smooth and pale.
• 3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt just until no dry streaks remain.
• 4. Fold In Pears: Stir the peeled, chopped pears and pecans into the batter until evenly distributed, being careful not to overmix.
• 5. Bake The Loaf: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 65 to 75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.