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Strawberry Bread

Delightfully sweet and moist, this Strawberry Bread is perfect for gatherings and can be made ahead of time. A versatile recipe that can be customized with nuts or other fruits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Essential for sweetness; helps achieve the perfect texture.
  • 1/2 cup milk Use any type of milk you prefer.
  • 1/3 cup oil Vegetable or canola oil works well.
  • 1 large egg Room temperature for better integration.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for richer flavor.
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour A must for structure in quick breads.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent for the bread to rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Strawberry Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced Look for vibrant, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Necessary for the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted Adds richness to the glaze.
  • 1 cup finely diced strawberries For flavoring the glaze.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth to the glaze.
  • cream or milk Add to achieve your desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, milk, oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Toss the diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of flour to coat them, then gently fold them into the batter for even distribution.
Baking
  1. Transfer your batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  2. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, finely diced strawberries, and vanilla extract. Add cream or milk to achieve your desired consistency, then drizzle it over the cooled bread.

Notes

Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense loaf. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.