The aroma of warm, spiced peaches and a tender, moist crumb is the hallmark of classic SOUTHERN PEACH BREAD. This recipe delivers that perfect balance of sweet fruit and rich, cake-like texture in every slice. After extensive testing, I’ve found that using sour cream is the secret to an incredibly moist loaf that stays fresh for days, making this a must-try for any home baker.

Southern Peach Bread

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Author: Dorothy Miller

Ingredients

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1 cup peaches (peeled and diced)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease 3 mini loaf pans or 1 large loaf pan.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peaches, oil, sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well blended.

Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined, do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s), spreading into an even layer.

Bake for 25-30 minutes for mini loaves or 50-55 minutes for a large loaf, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

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Southern Peach Bread Recipe