Pear Date and Hazelnut Loaf

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and texture with this Pear Date and Hazelnut Loaf, a delightful fusion of ripe, juicy pears, naturally sweet chopped dates, and crunchy toasted hazelnuts. This easy-to-make loaf is infused with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, creating a cozy aroma that will fill your kitchen as it bakes to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a satisfying snack, this moist and tender quick bread pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and yielding eight generous slices, this recipe is ideal for sharing or savoring throughout the week. Bake this wholesome treat today and enjoy a heartwarming combination of flavors and textures in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 120 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 150 grams Dates (pitted and chopped)
• 1 large Ripe pear (peeled, cored, and finely diced)
• 75 grams Hazelnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three batches, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped dates, diced pear, and toasted hazelnuts until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1187.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3591.2

Total Fat 163.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 648.9mg	0%
Sodium 2335.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 506.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 275.6g
Protein 58.2g	0%

Vitamin D 136.5IU	0%
Calcium 621.3mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 2637.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 54.3%