Description
A tender, bakery-inspired quick bread bursting with fresh strawberries and a vibrant glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this crowd-pleasing loaf blends soft crumb, juicy berries, and a glossy finish for a taste of spring.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup whole milk
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
For the glaze:
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp whole milk
1 tbsp fresh strawberry juice (from 2 extra strawberries, pureed and strained)
1 tbsp chopped fresh strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
Butter and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, tapping out excess
In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt
In a separate bowl, cream butter until smooth
Gradually mix in milk and vanilla extract
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined
Gently fold in sliced strawberries
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth top
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
Let cool completely in pan before removing
For the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry juice until smooth
Drizzle evenly over cooled bread and sprinkle with chopped strawberries
Notes
Use perfectly ripe strawberries for optimal sweetness
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 3-4 days
For a twist, add 1 tbsp lemon zest to the glaze
Bake time may vary depending on oven performance
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg