Cinnamon Swirl Pear Bread Recipe

Name: Cinnamon Swirl Pear Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups pears, chopped and peeled; ½ cup water; 1 ¼ cups sugar, plus; 1 teaspoon sugar, divided; 3 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast; ½ cup warm water (110 to 115); 4 eggs, lightly beaten; ½ cup butter, softened; ½ cup honey; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 10 -11 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

3 cups pears, chopped and peeled
½ cup water
1 ¼ cups sugar, plus
1 teaspoon sugar, divided
3 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
½ cup warm water (110 to 115)
4 eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup honey
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
10 -11 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1
Combine the pears, 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of sugar in a saucepan.
2
Simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes or until tender.
3
Drain well, but reserve the syrup.
4
Add cold water, if necessary, to syrup to measure 1 cup; set aside.
5
In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
6
Add 1 tsp sugar; let stand for 10 minutes.
7
Add eggs, butter, honey, salt, almond extract, 4 cups of flour and reserved pears and syrup.
8
Beat until smooth.
9
Add enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough.
10
Turn onto a floured surface, knead for 6-8 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
11
Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top.
12
Cover and let rise in a warm place about 1 1/4 hours, or until doubled.
13
Punch dough down, divide into thirds.
14
Roll each portion into a 16 x 8 inch rectangle.
15
Combine cinnamon and 3/4 cup sugar, sprinkle over dough within 1/2 inch of edges.
16
Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seams to seal.
17
Place seam side down, in 3 greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pans.
18
Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
19
Bake 375 for 20 minutes, and then cover loosely with foil.
20
Bake 15 to 20 minutes longer, or until bread tests done.
21
Let loaves cool on wire racks.

1611

kcal

Calories

Fat

283

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups pears, chopped and peeled, ½ cup water, 1 ¼ cups sugar, plus, 1 teaspoon sugar, divided, and more.

Yes, Cinnamon Swirl Pear Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cinnamon Swirl Pear Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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