Description
Strawberry Bread is a delightful treat that fills your kitchen with the sweet aroma of freshly baked goodness. This recipe combines ripe strawberries with fluffy bread, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, each slice is a burst of flavor that brings people together. Easy to make in under an hour, this vibrant loaf will brighten up any occasion—cozy brunches or weekday pick-me-ups!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix in oil and vanilla extract.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries coated with a bit of flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added texture, mix in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. - Substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for variety. - A pinch of cinnamon can enhance the flavor profile.