Easy Strawberry Bread

Easy Strawberry Bread is a wonderfully moist and flavorful quick bread that’s filled with fresh strawberries and a hint of vanilla. It’s not overly sweet, making it a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or a light dessert. This bread is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time.

If you’re looking for a light and fruity baked good that’s not overly sweet, you’ve come to the right place. The combination of fresh strawberries and a tender crumb makes this bread simply irresistible. I’ve really been in the mood for summer, and this delightful bread reminds me of warm, sunny days. Not a fan of strawberries? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious with your favorite berries!

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 9×5 inch loaf pan
• Oven

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped

Directions

1. Prep Time: 15 minutes
2. Cook Time: 60 minutes
3. Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries until evenly distributed.
7. Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
8. Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (per serving, based on 10 servings)

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 130mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 28g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 16g
• Protein: 3g

Enjoy this delightfully fruity and easy-to-make Strawberry Bread!

Easy Strawberry Bread

Easy Strawberry Bread is a wonderfully moist and flavorful quick bread that's filled with fresh strawberries and a hint of vanilla. It's not overly sweet, making it a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or a light dessert.

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Equipment

• Mixing bowls 
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 9x5 inch loaf pan
• Oven

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and chopped

Instructions

 

• Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
• Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
• Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
• Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
• Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
• Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries until evenly distributed.
• Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
• Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.