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Ripe peaches and hearty oatmeal add flavor and texture to this moist and delicious gluten free bread.
Peach season is a beautiful thing, isn’t it? One of my favorite summertime traditions is eating a freshly picked peach over the sink and savoring every juicy, messy bite. The floral aromas and honey-scented notes of a perfectly ripe peach are utterly intoxicating and well worth the wait all year long.

Seasonal eating is a lesson I learned early on from my mother who would bring me along on trips to the farmers market or local farm stands while growing up. Despite eating the rainbow in fruits and vegetables throughout my childhood, I struggled with childhood obesity up until my early 20’s when I decided to make permanent healthy lifestyle changes and ultimately achieved long term weight loss success.

Whether you’re gluten free or not, the recipe is 95% the same: simply swap out your favorite flour (I love whole wheat pastry flour) for the gluten free all purpose baking mix. If you’re baking for a classroom or hosting a party, this is a great bread to make that everyone can enjoy regardless of gluten allergies.

No peaches on hand? No problem. Replace with diced nectarines, blueberries, bananas or raspberries. By adding fresh fruit and oatmeal to the mix, you add back nutrients and fiber that are often missing from gluten free mixes. Ginger and peaches are one of my favorite flavor combinations but you can use cinnamon if you don’t have ginger on hand.

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Peach Oatmeal Bread

A light and moist gluten free bread filled with peaches and oatmeal - perfect for breakfast or a snack.
4.73 from 18 votes
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Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy breads
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 14
Calories: 193kcal
Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

  • 2 cups gluten free all purpose baking flour or regular flour
  • 1 cup gluten free oats old fashioned or quick cooking
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups low fat yogurt (plain,peach or vanilla)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1 cup diced peaches thawed if frozen

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degree and grease a bread pan with non-stick spray.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, ginger, baking soda and salt.
  • In a stand mixer or separate medium bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: yogurt, oil, eggs and vanilla.
  • Slowly add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and stir until combined. Fold in the peaches and pour into bread pan.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

Tip: If the bread is getting too brown on top during the baking process, cover with foil and continue baking until toothpick comes out clean.
If you are not looking for a gluten free recipe, simply use regular flour and oats.
Nutrition Facts
Peach Oatmeal Bread
Amount Per Serving
Calories 193 Calories from Fat 62
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.9g 11%
Saturated Fat 0.7g 4%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Sodium 218mg 9%
Total Carbohydrates 29.9g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g 10%
Sugars 13.8g
Protein 4.2g 8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Disclaimer: I was not compensated to write this post. The giveaway has been sponsored by Partnership for a Healthier America and All-Clad. 

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  1. I just found this recipe. Living at 5400 feet, I had to make adjustments for high altitude baking which included adding an additional Tbs of GF flour; using 1/2 cup of oil and 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce, instead of 1/3 cup of oil, and adding 1 Tbs of water.

    I also peeled the fresh peaches and used only 1/2 cup of low glycemic coconut sugar and, baked it for 50 minutes at 360 F.

    After leaving it in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack, we impatiently waited 2 agonizing hours before slicing into it. It is delicious. I will make another loaf this week as it is peach season here in Colorado.

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  2. I know this is an older recipe that does not have current comments, but thought I’d try. I would love to make this! Looks amazing! I am trying to keep calories down where I can (which makes bread difficult), and wondered If I could sub the oil and sugar out? Specifically, some Xylitol or Splenda or Stevia for the sugar – in a baking blend. And, maybe applesauce, or even mashed banana for the oil?? Thanks!

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  3. I’m sorry to leave a negative review. I’ve was diagnosed with celiac a number of years ago and am quite familiar with gluten free baking. I found this bread was not moist enough, and the flavour was not as good as I had hoped. In fact I ended up throwing it out as the bread was so bad. I wish someone had baked it left a review before me, I would have altered many things. Sorry.

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    • Hi Wendy – First of all, I’m so sorry this didn’t turn out for you! I appreciate you letting me know so I can be sure others don’t make the same mistake. Second, can you confirm that you followed the recipe exactly as stated and use the Bob’s Red Mill gluten free flour substitute? A lot of folks make slight alterations to my recipes (well-meaning!) but that can change the entire recipe. Let me know so I can help you make this a success next time!

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  4. Whoa! Made this today. It was so incredibly good. Hearty, homey, not too sweet. A great showcase for peaches. I used coconut sugar and it added a nice subtle flavor note. Thanks very much.

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  5. Sorry, forgot to mention that I am in Durban, South Africa (may make a difference to products you suggest as they might not be available here). :)

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  6. I’m really excited to try this recipe as my husband has many food allergies of which being wheat and gluten intolerant is among them (he’s also lactose intolerant, allergic to onions, garlic, leeks, seafood, insulin-resistant, and the list goes on…). Finding pre-made food in stores is out of the question so I make everything fresh for him. Unfortunately, he cannot eat oats either (or barley, rye etc). Could you give me a suggestion of what I might be able to substitute the oats and yogurt with?

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  9. This is definitely a recipe I can get behind, particularly with the additional GF foods I’m making for my sister. Healthy changes for this fall that have already started? Tons of kale!

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  10. These peaches look delicious! I’d like to try to eat more fruit and pack healthy lunches during the week to save money and eat healthier! The cookware is a great giveaway to get started with healthier cooking!

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  11. We’re going to pick fruit this fall! A great outing with the family and a great way to motivate kids to eat healthy!

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  12. This bread looks delicious and peaches are fresh right now. But I love that you provided substitute ideas too!

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  14. I always pack my daughter a healthy, homemade lunch, but this year she wants more salads instead of sandwiches. Today, I gave her a mixed leaf lettuce salad topped with chopped roasted chicken and an olive oil, red vinegar dressing. Her lunches are the envy of her friends, haha! Your peach bread looks awesome, btw!

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  16. I love baking cakes with yogurt! I sub it for sour cream as much as I can, for just about everything, too. Healthy change for this year: Making homemade portable snacks, especially granola bars or softer items in ‘brownie bar’ form. The ones in the store may as well be cookies! Hoping to cut costs and calories by packing in items with higher fiber & nutrient content for feeling full vs. ‘energy buzz & crash’. I think oats, oat bran, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, dates and other higher fiber items will be prominent in my future experiments.

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  17. When we were up in Niagara two weeks ago peaches were everywhere. I think nothing beats the peach-raspberry combo.

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  19. Liz, I think the Rafflecopter widget isn’t showing up when people view this via Internet Explorer. That may be why some people aren’t understanding how to enter.

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    • We actually tested it on all browsers in the beginning and it was working but I think it may come and go… shoot!! Well over 6,000 people found a way to enter and it closes in 2 hours so I won’t worry too much at this point. Thank you for telling me regardless!! xoxo

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  21. Yum!!! Liz, would this type of bread freeze well?? I am looking for some yummy and quick breakfast ideas to have on hand for when school starts. Thanks!

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  22. I love fresh peaches…probably my favorite fresh fruit! I just had some yummy fresh peaches with my oatmeal. This recipe looks so yummy!

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  24. Don’t know where my comment went… But keep working on getting the kids to eat more fruits and veggies!

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  25. I am making a commitment to healthy snacks (the kids are required to bring 1 every day). That’s just a start…hoping to kick-start a good (healthier) meal plan as well now that all 3 are in school all day. What else will I do with my time, lol! ;)

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  26. During the school year we tend to eat at home more often which is nice because I love to cook and eat at home. With the hectic schedule of school and sports it just fits in better to have meals at home than go out. I don’t eat fast food so that is never a choice!

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  27. We do try to eat healthy but have our moments. I’m proud to say my kids will try new foods. My son is 12 and trying to make his own healthy choices for his own health reasons but it can be hard. I am going to try to cut out gluten and wheat. I said try…..that is a learning process. I am looking forward to trying the peach bread, I also want that leather tote. :)

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  28. No kids, and longtime vegetarian, but always trying to make small decisions like leaving the Trader Joe’s Joe-Joe’s on the shelf or not buying the twin-pack of Nutella at Costco. Can’t always resist, but I do try….

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  30. One healthy thing we’re going to implement into our routine is Breakfast! We’re so fast-paced in the morning, we never make time for it. Our goal this fall, however, is to slow down in the mornings, enjoy a healthy meal to start a day, and most importantly, enjoy each other before we leave the house!

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  32. Our commitment is to get rid of processed foods from our pantry. This recipe is great for me because I’m GF! Thanks

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  34. We are going to make sure to have all the family members get their exercise in for the day and exercise the dogs daily.

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  35. Trying to break out of a snack rut. Tired of the kids demanding GOLDFISH! We’re attempting to shake it up a bit.

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  38. First, I love your wonderful recipe above, can’t wait to try it out! I like to take my kids to the local farmer’s market and let them pick out the “perfect” fruit .. when they get to pick it out themselves they can’t seem to wait to devour it! Thanks for offering such a great giveaway!

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  39. The healthy change we’re going to try to make is getting my husband and kids to eat more vegetables! I love vegetables, but unfortunately, everyone else in my family has to be reminded to eat them.

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  41. I don’t have any children but I am going to be moving out on my own this next month. My goal is to continue and actually improve my healthy eating habits in the new environment!

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  48. My husband and I are going to bring back healthy foods such as salad, and dinner with more veggies this school year.

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  52. oh that looks SO delicious! whole foods market used to make peach muffins and I always crave them in the summer. this just might hit the spot for me!

    Healthy eating is one of the most important gifts a parent can give. It’s sets little ones up for a lifetime of health.

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  54. I am going to start meal planning each week and try to prep all of my food on Sundays so that it makes it easy and quick to create a healthy meal during the week!

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  56. We,ve committed to including raw vegetables (cucumbers, bell pepper strips, etc) in every school lunch and fresh fruit after school every day for snack. The kids are totally on board with it!

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  58. This looks amazing, and yummm…fresh peaches! At our farmers market here in Milwaukee WI there is actually a farm that comes and sells Michigan peaches! I’ll have to pick some up and try this recipe.

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  59. When school starts in a few weeks, I’m on a mission to take things slow. I despise rushing but that’s the type of mode I naturally get into once school resumes. I always do better when I slow things down a notch though. Awareness is key. On another note, thank you so much for sharing this recipe. I love that it’s gluten-free and fruity..my fave!

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  61. What do you know I have ripe peaches and oatmeal! I wish I had children to teach valuable food lessons, so I will just have to make sure I am being healthy for myself this school year.

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