If you’re looking for a bakery-style treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious, this Strawberry Bread is a must-try. It’s moist, tender, and bursting with the fresh taste of strawberries, brightened up with a hint of lemon zest. Topped with a sweet citrus glaze and a sprinkle of crushed freeze-dried strawberries, this quick bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
Strawberry Bread
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Bread
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh pureed strawberries | 8 oz |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons |
| Vegetable oil | 1/2 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 2 1/2 cups |
| Baking powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Baking soda | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Kosher salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Lemon, zested | 1 |
| Sour cream | 1/4 cup |
For the Glaze
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Powdered sugar | 2 cups |
| Lemon, juiced | 1/2 |
| Freeze-dried strawberries, crushed | 1/2 cup |
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy. Slowly drizzle in the oil while mixing. Stir in the pureed strawberries and vanilla extract until combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Add the dry mixture to the wet batter along with sour cream. Gently fold until no streaks of flour remain, being careful not to overmix.
- Bake the Bread: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Before Glazing: Let the loaf rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then lift it out using the parchment overhang. Cool on a wire rack.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth.
- Finish & Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the slightly warm or cooled loaf, then sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Allow to fully cool before slicing.
This Strawberry Bread is soft, sweet, and filled with fruity flavor—perfect for serving at brunch or enjoying as a midday treat. The lemon glaze and strawberry topping make it look just as stunning as it tastes.
