Spiced Eggnog & Pear Bread Machine Recipe
This festive bread machine recipe combines creamy eggnog, juicy ripe pears, and a hint of nutmeg for a delightfully spiced loaf that’s both soft and flavorful.
Equipment
- Bread machine with Basic/White program
- 1½- to 2-pound loaf capacity pan
Ingredients
1½-Pound Loaf (Medium Bread Machine)
- ½ cup prepared eggnog
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup ripe pear (about ½ a large pear) peeled and finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp butter softened and cut into pieces
- 1 tbsp Amaretto optional – use 1 tbsp more eggnog if omitted
- 3 cups + 3 tbsp bread flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1¼ tsp active dry yeast
2-Pound Loaf (Large Bread Machine)
- ¾ cup prepared eggnog
- ¼ cup water
- ¾ cup ripe pear (about ¾ of a large pear) peeled and minced
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp butter softened and cut into pieces
- 1 tbsp Amaretto optional – substitute with more eggnog if preferred
- 4¼ cups bread flour
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1½ tsp active dry yeast
Instructions
- Place ingredients into the bread machine pan in the exact order listed, beginning with eggnog and ending with yeast.
- Select the Basic/White setting and choose the appropriate loaf size (1½ lb or 2 lb).
- Press Start and allow the bread machine to knead, rise, and bake the bread.
- Once baked, carefully remove the loaf and place it on a wire rack. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Add pears with the liquid ingredients to help incorporate their moisture smoothly into the dough.
- For a stronger festive flavor, include the Amaretto or increase nutmeg slightly (up to ¾ tsp for the 2 lb loaf).
- Avoid opening the lid during kneading and rising stages for best texture.
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