Description
A sweet and moist quick bread bursting with fresh, juicy strawberries, perfect for a delightful spring breakfast or a simple dessert treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the bread evenly.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and sugar to evenly distribute the leavening agent and sweetness.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and keep the bread tender.
- Fold in Strawberries: Toss the diced strawberries with a small amount of flour to prevent them from sinking, then gently fold them into the batter to distribute evenly without breaking them down.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Grease a loaf pan and pour the batter in, spreading it evenly to prepare for baking.
- Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve plain or topped with a strawberry glaze if desired.
Notes
- Tossing strawberries with a little flour before folding into the batter prevents them from sinking to the bottom during baking.
- For added sweetness, top the cooled bread with a simple strawberry glaze made from powdered sugar and pureed strawberries.
- Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor and moisture content in the bread.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Category: Bread, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
