Description
This moist and flavorful Strawberry Bread is the perfect quick bread for breakfast, a snack, or a sweet treat. Packed with fresh strawberries, it has a tender crumb and a delightful cinnamon-vanilla flavor. Easy to make and incredibly versatile, this bread will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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2 large eggs
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries
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½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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In a large bowl, cream together the eggs, sugar, and softened butter until smooth and fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract and sour cream (or yogurt) to the egg mixture, mixing until combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
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Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and nuts (if using), ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
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Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.Dairy-Free: Replace the butter with dairy-free margarine and use dairy-free yogurt or sour cream.Chocolate Chip Strawberry Bread: Add chocolate chips for a sweeter, richer flavor.Banana Strawberry Bread: Combine mashed ripe bananas with strawberries for a twist on the classic.Vegan Version: Use flax eggs and dairy-free substitutes for butter and yogurt.
