Description
A tender, moist quick bread infused with fresh strawberries and finished with a luscious strawberry glaze. Celebrate summer’s sweetness in every slice, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
For the glaze:
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and pureed
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C)
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt
In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each
Stir in vanilla extract and milk
Gently fold in flour mixture and diced strawberries
Pour batter into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan
Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean
Cool completely before glazing
For the glaze: In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and butter until smooth
Fold in strawberry puree until evenly combined
Spread glaze over cooled bread
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Freeze slices for longer storage
Add lemon zest or honey for extra flavor depth
Ensure strawberries are dry before adding to prevent excess moisture
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg