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Plum Bread

Moist Plum Bread with Pecans for a Sweet Twist

This Moist Plum Bread recipe offers a sweet twist with rich flavors from plums and spices, making it a delightful breakfast option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1.5 cups Plums, chopped About 3-4 plums
  • 0.75 cups Pecans, chopped Substitute with walnuts if nut-free
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 0.5 cups Honey Substitute with maple syrup if desired
  • 0.67 cups White sugar Adjust based on taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional but recommended
  • 0.5 cups Applesauce Can replace with yogurt
  • 0.5 cups Greek yogurt Plain or vanilla
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda For leavening
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warm spice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom Adds aromatic flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar Optional for topping

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Chop the plums and pecans into small, uniform pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg, honey, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Stir in applesauce and Greek yogurt until well incorporated.
  5. Add flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom; mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped plums and pecans, reserving some plums for topping.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and place reserved plums on top.
  8. Bake for 50-65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure plums and nuts are chopped uniformly for even distribution. Check doneness with a toothpick.

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