Cinnamon Peach Bread Recipe
This Cinnamon Peach Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread bursting with fresh diced peaches and warm cinnamon spices. Topped with a crunchy turbinado sugar crust and finished with a sweet powdered sugar glaze, it makes an irresistible treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. The recipe is easy to follow and uses simple ingredients to create a delicious homemade bread that pleases fruit and spice lovers alike.
- Author: Victoria
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread, Quick Bread, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup salted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup whole milk (can substitute dairy-free milk)
- 2 cups ripe peaches, diced (peeled optional)
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Sweeteners & Toppings
- 1/2 cup turbinado sugar + extra for topping
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1–2 tsp whole milk (for glaze)
- Preheat and Prepare Peaches: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Dice the ripe peaches into small, bite-sized pieces. Peeling them is optional depending on your texture preference.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of turbinado sugar until the mixture is light and combined. This will incorporate air, helping the bread to be tender.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the whole milk and vanilla extract until all ingredients are well combined.
- Fold in Peaches: Gently stir in the diced peaches with a wooden spoon, being careful not to crush them to preserve their texture in the bread.
- Sift and Mix Dry Ingredients: Using a sifter, add the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the wet mixture. Stir gently with a wooden spoon, just until combined—avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare Pan and Add Batter: Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. Pour the batter evenly into the pan and sprinkle a generous amount of turbinado sugar over the top to create a crunchy crust.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 3-5 minutes, then remove it and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
- Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: Mix the powdered sugar with 1-2 teaspoons of milk to create a smooth glaze; adjust consistency by adding more milk if too thick or more powdered sugar if too thin. Drizzle generously over the cooled bread.
- Serve: Slice and serve best with a dab of butter and a drizzle of honey if desired. Enjoy your warm, sweet cinnamon peach bread!
Notes
- You can peel the peaches if you prefer a softer texture, but leaving the skin adds extra fiber and nutrients.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond milk or oat milk, and use a vegan butter alternative.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread moist and tender.
- The turbinado sugar on top adds a delightful crunch but can be replaced with coarse sugar if unavailable.
- Use ripe peaches for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Storage: Store leftover bread covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. It also freezes well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12th of loaf)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Peach Bread, Quick Bread, Peach Recipe, Fruit Bread, Breakfast Bread, Cinnamon Bread, Homemade Bread