Peaches and Cream Pull-Aapart Bread Recipe
Introduction
Peaches and Cream Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful treat combining sweet, juicy peaches with rich cream cheese, all wrapped in soft, fluffy bread. It’s a perfect dessert or breakfast option that’s both impressive and easy to make.
Ingredients
- Bread dough (enough for one loaf)
- 2–3 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Step 2: Roll out the bread dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
- Step 3: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, then layer the sliced peaches on top.
- Step 5: Cut the dough into strips, stack the strips, and place them into the prepared loaf pan to create the pull-apart effect.
- Step 6: Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 7: Let cool slightly before serving to enjoy warm, gooey pulls of peach and cream cheese goodness.
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor, or substitute with frozen peaches that are thawed and drained.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the cream cheese mixture for a warm, spicy twist.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts between layers for extra texture.
Storage
Store any leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. To reheat, warm slices briefly in the microwave or oven until soft and creamy again.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different fruit instead of peaches?
Yes, this recipe works well with other soft fruits like nectarines, plums, or berries. Adjust baking time slightly if needed.
Is it possible to make this bread in advance?
Absolutely. Prepare the bread up to the shaping step, then cover and refrigerate for up to 12 hours. Bake fresh when ready for the best texture.
PrintPeaches and Cream Pull-Aapart Bread Recipe
Peaches and Cream Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful and visually appealing dessert bread that combines soft, fluffy dough with sweet, juicy peaches and creamy, tangy cream cheese. This pull-apart bread is perfect for sharing, offering a delicious treat with layers of sugary, fruity, and creamy flavors baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf, about 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Bread Dough
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
Peach Filling
- 3 fresh peaches, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ cup sugar
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread Dough: In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add sugar, melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Fillings: In one bowl, combine sliced peaches with ¼ cup sugar. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 3 tablespoons sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Pull-Apart Bread: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle. Cut the dough into strips. Spread cream cheese on each strip, then layer peach slices on top. Stack the strips on top of each other, then cut the stack into cubes or smaller pieces as desired.
- Arrange in Pan: Place the stacked pieces upright and close together in a greased loaf pan to allow the pieces to bake together and be pulled apart easily after baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing. Serve warm or at room temperature by pulling apart the pieces to enjoy layers of peaches and cream cheese.
Notes
- Use fresh ripe peaches for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure cream cheese is softened to spread easily.
- Ensure dough is kneaded well and allowed to rise properly for a fluffy texture.
- This bread can be served as breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
- You can replace peaches with other fruits like apples or berries for variation.
Keywords: Peach bread, cream cheese bread, pull-apart bread, fruit bread, dessert bread, sweet bread
