Strawberry Bread
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4.7
Strawberry Bread
Description
This recipe combines sugar, milk, oil, egg, and vanilla extract to form a sweet batter, which is then mixed with flour, baking powder, and salt. Diced strawberries are coated lightly with flour before folding into the batter to distribute the fruit evenly and reduce sinking during baking. The bread is baked in a greased loaf pan until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, producing a tender crumb with bursts of fresh strawberry.
The glaze uses powdered sugar, melted butter, finely diced strawberries, and vanilla or almond extract to create a thick, creamy topping with natural strawberry color and flavor. Adding 1-2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream may be necessary depending on strawberry juiciness to achieve spreadable consistency. The glaze softens further as it sits, intensifying the strawberry taste.
This bread works well for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The strawberry pieces and glaze provide a fresh fruit element balanced with sweet vanilla notes. Adjusting the amount of strawberries slightly affects the bread’s structure and moisture. Variations in extracts can alter flavor nuances.
Optional modifications include adding extra extract for stronger flavor, varying the strawberry quantity, or tweaking the acid and leavening for different rise and crumb textures. The glazed bread can be sliced for convenient servings.
Ingredients
For the Bread:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk 2%
- 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 see notes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups strawberry diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/3 cup strawberries finely diced
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream optional, or milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, milk, oil, egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup 2% milk, 1/2 cup canola oil, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder**, 1/2 teaspoon salt
- In a small bowl, toss together the strawberries and the 2 tablespoons of flour to coat the strawberries. Fold the floured strawberries gently into the batter. 2 cups diced strawberries, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Pour the bread batter into a greased 9"x5" bread pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center of the bread should come out clean. Allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes, then remove the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the glaze, combine the powdered sugar, melted butter, diced strawberries and extract in a small bowl. Mix until it is smooth. 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1/3 cup finely diced strawberries, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk**
- Once the bread is cool, spread the glaze on top of the bread. Slice and serve.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- An extra teaspoon of vanilla or almond extract may be added to the batter if skipping the glaze to boost flavor.
- Up to 2 1/2 cups diced strawberries can be used, though 2 cups yields best bread structure.
- Reducing baking powder to 1 teaspoon and adding 1/2 teaspoon baking soda gives a higher rise with a slightly different texture.
- The glaze consistency depends on the juiciness of strawberries; add milk or cream one tablespoon at a time if needed to reach spreadable glaze.
- Half or less of the glaze quantity may suffice for those preferring less topping.
- Calorie estimates correspond to 10 slices including glaze; actual values vary with ingredient brands.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 394 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 394kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 92mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 40g | 80% |
| Vitamin A | 115IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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