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Pear and Ginger Loaf

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A soft, moist pear and ginger loaf with warm spice and tender fruit, perfect for afternoon tea, breakfast, or a simple comforting dessert.

Ingredients

120 g butter, melted

2 tablespoons golden syrup

3/4 cup brown sugar (120 g)

2 eggs, whisked

1 1/2 cups plain flour (225 g)

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 tablespoon ground ginger

1 (410 g) can pears, drained and diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (fan bake) and line a 24 × 13 cm loaf tin with baking paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and golden syrup until combined.
  3. Add the brown sugar and whisked eggs, stirring until smooth.
  4. Sift in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and ground ginger.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Dice the drained pears into 1 cm pieces, reserving a couple of slices for the top.
  7. Fold the diced pears through the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
  9. Slice the reserved pear pieces thinly and arrange on top.
  10. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the loaf tender.

Fresh ripe pears can be used instead of canned.

Flavors deepen after a day, making this great for baking ahead.

Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.

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