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Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe

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This Strawberry Banana Bread is a moist, flavorful twist on the classic banana bread, incorporating fresh diced strawberries for a sweet and slightly tart burst in every bite. Made with simple pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour, yogurt, and ripe bananas, this bread offers a tender crumb with a beautiful balance of sweetness and freshness. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it’s a delightful homemade treat that’s best enjoyed within a few days due to the fresh fruit.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (300 grams)
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled (56.5 grams)
  • 3/4 cup sugar (148.5 grams)
  • 3/4 cup yogurt (170.25 grams)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 very ripe bananas, mashed well
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Fruit

  • 1 cup fresh diced strawberries (136.1 grams)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9 by 5-inch bread pan with cooking spray to ensure easy release of the bread after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined to ensure proper leavening and seasoning of the bread.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted and cooled butter with the sugar until combined. Then add the yogurt, beaten eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract, mixing well to create a smooth batter base.
  4. Add Dry to Wet: Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, being careful not to over mix. Mixing until just combined helps keep the bread tender and light.
  5. Incorporate Strawberries: Fold in the diced fresh strawberries gently. The batter will be thick and the strawberries add moisture and flavor.
  6. Bake the Bread: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bread pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes (the recipe’s bread took 63 minutes), or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
  7. Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to firm up, then remove it from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for about an hour before slicing.
  8. Storage Tips: Due to the fresh strawberries, store the bread in an airtight container and consume within 2 to 3 days for best freshness and taste.

Notes

  • Note 1: Using yogurt adds moisture and a slight tang, enhancing the bread’s flavor and tenderness. You can use plain or Greek yogurt.
  • Note 2: Make sure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Note 3: Avoid over mixing batter after adding flour to prevent a tough bread texture.
  • Note 4: Use a 9 by 5 inch loaf pan for ideal shape and baking consistency.
  • Note 5: Because of fresh strawberries, expect shorter shelf life compared to traditional banana bread.

Keywords: banana bread, strawberry banana bread, fresh strawberries, quick bread, moist banana bread, homemade bread, breakfast bread, fruity bread

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