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    Peach Flatbreads with Hot Honey Ricotta

    In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together flour, thyme, yeast, and salt until combined. Add ¾ cup (180 grams) warm water, oil, and 2 teaspoons (14 grams) honey. Using the paddle attachment, beat at low speed until a shaggy dough forms, 1 to 2 minutes.Switch to the dough hook attachment. Beat at medium-low speed until dough is smooth and elastic, 10 to 13 minutes. Dough will be slightly tacky but should come away from sides of bowl.Lightly spray a medium bowl with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let stand in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until doubled in size, 45 minutes to 1 hour.Position oven rack in bottom third of oven. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a rimmed baking sheet upside down in oven to preheat for 30 minutes.In a medium bowl, stir together ricotta, red pepper, and remaining 2 teaspoons (14 grams) honey.Gently punch dough down, and divide in half. Working with one portion of dough at a time, press and flatten into a 12×9-inch oval or rectangle; place dough on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. (If dough does not stretch easily, cover and let stand for 10 minutes and then try again.) Top with 6 slices mozzarella. Carefully slide dough on parchment onto preheated baking sheet.Bake until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes. While first flatbread is baking, repeat procedure with remaining dough and remaining cheese.Top hot flatbreads with peach slices, and dollop with ricotta mixture; top with arugula, thyme, and honey. Serve warm. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Peach-Pecan Quick Bread

    A generous dose of sweet peaches and buttery Schermer Pecans both in the batter and on top keeps the bread moist and crunchy for days after baking. This recipe makes two loaves, so you can enjoy one now and save the other for later or share with a friend! What better way to celebrate National Pecan Month than by baking this stunning bread?
    Founded in 1946, Schermer Pecans takes pride in its pecans, from its trees to your table. When you buy from Schermer Pecans—one of the few family-run companies to grow, shell, and distribute its own pecans—you can be sure you’re getting consistently fresh, quality pecans.
    This spring, Schermer Pecans is giving away one large baker’s box to one lucky winner! When you enter your email, you will receive a free download of one of Schermer’s cookbooks and be automatically entered to win a large baker’s box, filled with three bags of Fancy Pecan Halves and three bags of Medium Pecan Pieces. This baker’s box makes a perfect gift for the baker in your life! Enter the giveaway here!
     Schermer Pecans is also giving Bake from Scratch readers 10% off their first purchase with code FIRST10, so grab a bag or a case of pecans here today!

    Peach-Pecan Quick Bread

    Makes 2 (9×5-inch) loaves

    3 cups (375 grams) all-purpose flour2½ cups (500 grams) granulated sugar2 teaspoons (10 grams) baking powder1½ teaspoons (4.5 grams) kosher salt½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) baking soda1½ cups (360 grams) whole buttermilk, room temperature1 cup (224 grams) vegetable oil3 large eggs (150 grams), room temperature1 teaspoon (4 grams) vanilla extract1½ cups (336 grams) puréed peeled fresh peaches (1 to 2 large peaches)1 cup (113 grams) plus 2 tablespoons (14 grams) toasted chopped Schermer Pecans, divided1 large fresh peach (225 grams), halved, pitted, and sliced ¼ inch thick (peeled if desired)

    Preheat oven to 350° (170°C). Spray 2 (9×5-inch) loaf pans with cooking spray. Line pans with parchment paper, letting excess extend over all sides of pan.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Fold buttermilk mixture into flour mixture just until dry ingredients are moistened. Fold in puréed peaches and 1 cup (113 grams) pecans. Divide batter between prepared pans (about 3¾ cups or 1,006 grams each), spreading smooth.Bake for 30 minutes. Place peach slices on top of batter, and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons (14 grams) pecans. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs, 45 minutes to 1 hour more, loosely covering with foil to prevent excess browning, if necessary. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and let cool completely on wire racks. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or tightly wrap in plastic wrap, and freeze for up to 1 month. LEGGI TUTTO