Strawberry Bread is a recipe that instantly brightens your kitchen. This moist loaf is filled with juicy strawberry pockets, tender crumb, and a cozy hint of cinnamon. It’s everything you want in a homemade quick bread—sweet, soft, and bursting with flavor.
It’s also incredibly easy to make. No mixer needed—just a bowl and spoon. Greek yogurt keeps it rich and moist, while still feeling light. It’s sweet enough to enjoy as dessert, but balanced enough to pair with coffee or tea.
Surprisingly, strawberry bread isn’t as old-fashioned as banana or zucchini bread. It began gaining popularity in the early 1980s, especially in Southern kitchens. Since then, it’s become a seasonal favorite—and now it’s your turn to fall in love with this fruity, fresh-baked classic.
Recipe Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
INGREDIENTS
1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon
⅔ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 ½ cups diced fresh strawberries (plus 1 tbsp flour for coating)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat & Prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, Greek yogurt, oil, and vanilla until smooth and fully combined.
4. Combine Mixtures:
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fold in Strawberries:
Toss the diced strawberries with 1 tbsp flour (this helps prevent sinking), then gently fold them into the batter.
6. Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
7. Cool & Serve:
Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift it out and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe
- Use Fresh Strawberries for Best Flavor: Frozen strawberries can make the loaf too wet. Always pat berries dry after washing.
- Toss Strawberries in Flour: This keeps the pieces suspended throughout the batter rather than sinking to the bottom.
- Don’t Overmix: Gently folding the batter ensures a soft and tender crumb every time.
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