Peaches & Cream Cheese Quick Bread

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Peach Cream Cheese Bread
This Peach Cream Cheese Bread is soft, buttery, and wonderfully moist, making it ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Cream cheese creates a rich, tender texture, while fresh lemon zest adds a bright citrus note that complements the sweet peaches beautifully.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Softened cream cheese | 8 oz (1 package) |
| Unsalted butter, softened | 1/2 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Lemon zest | 1/2 tablespoon |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| All-purpose flour | 2 1/4 cups |
| Salt | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Baking powder | 1 tablespoon |
| Ground cinnamon (optional) | 1 teaspoon |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Canned peaches, drained and diced | 15 oz (1 can) |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pan and Batter Base
Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the sugar, eggs, and lemon zest, then continue mixing until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
Step 2: Blend the Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir well so the leavening agents and spices are evenly distributed throughout the flour.
Step 3: Finish the Batter
Gradually add the flour mixture and milk to the cream cheese mixture, alternating between the two and mixing just until incorporated. Fold in the diced peaches gently.
Tip: Stir only until everything is combined. Excessive mixing can result in a heavier loaf.
Step 4: Bake the Loaf
Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake for approximately 50 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Cool Before Slicing
Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then remove it and place it on a wire rack to cool completely before cutting.
Cooling fully helps the loaf firm up, giving you cleaner slices and the best texture.




