Pear, Almond & Honey Loaf

A delightful loaf that combines the sweetness of pears and honey with the nutty flavor of almonds. Perfect for breakfast, tea, or dessert, it’s a versatile and delicious treat.

By @emmapetersen

Original recipe source

Cook time: 40 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0 parchment paper for lining the tin
• 2 conference pears peeled and grated
• 2 eggs whisked
• 60 g honey
• 60 ml olive oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 100 ml milk
• 180 g plain flour
• 65 g ground almonds
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 0.5 tsp baking soda
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp honey for drizzling
• 1 pear extra, sliced for topping
• 0 flaked almonds for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 170C (340F) and line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment paper.
2. Peel and coarsely grate 2 conference pears. Squeeze out excess liquid using kitchen towel.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 60g honey, 60ml olive oil, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp almond extract, 100ml milk, and the grated pears until well combined.
4. Add 180g plain flour, 65g ground almonds, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1 tsp cinnamon to the bowl. Fold until just combined.
5. Pour the mixture into the lined tin and bake on the middle shelf for 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. While it’s still hot, drizzle over a spoonful of honey. Let cool for 5–10 minutes in the tin, then another 10 minutes before slicing.
7. Top with sliced pear and a handful of flaked almonds for decoration.