Description
This moist and flavorful Strawberry Bread is packed with fresh strawberries and topped with a sweet, fruity glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack, this quick bread combines tender crumb with vibrant berry bursts, delivering a fresh and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 1/2 cup canola oil (or coconut oil)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or almond extract)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups diced strawberries
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for strawberries)
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/3 cup finely diced strawberries
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (or almond extract)
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the bread.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the granulated sugar, 2% milk, canola (or coconut) oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Then add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Prepare Strawberries: Toss the diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour in a small bowl to coat them. This helps prevent sinking during baking.
- Fold Strawberries into Batter: Gently fold the floured strawberries into the batter, ensuring an even distribution without breaking them up.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into a greased 9″x5″ bread pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, melted butter, finely diced strawberries, and vanilla extract until smooth. If desired, add 1-2 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk to achieve your preferred consistency.
- Glaze the Bread: Once the bread is completely cool, spread the glaze evenly over the top. Slice and serve.
- Storage: Store any leftover bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture. Frozen strawberries can add extra moisture and may alter the consistency.
- Coating strawberries with flour prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the bread during baking.
- If you prefer, you can substitute almond extract for vanilla extract for a different flavor profile.
- The glaze is optional but adds a delightful sweetness and fresh fruit flavor.
- Check the bread at 50 minutes; oven temperatures may vary, so adjust baking time accordingly to avoid overbaking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Bread, Quick Bread, Fruit Bread, Strawberry Recipe, Easy Bread Recipe, Breakfast Bread, Homemade Bread
