Description
This Strawberry Banana Bread is a moist, flavorful twist on the classic banana bread, enriched with fresh strawberries for a delightful burst of sweetness and color. Perfect as a breakfast treat or a satisfying snack, this easy-to-make bread combines ripe bananas, juicy strawberries, and a touch of vanilla for a deliciously fruity loaf everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sweeteners
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking throughout the bread.
- Prepare the Baking Pan: Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy removal of the bread.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter until fully combined. Then add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing well until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the wet mixture. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, taking care not to overmix; it’s okay if the batter has a few lumps.
- Incorporate Strawberries: Carefully fold in the chopped strawberries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter to add bursts of flavor and vibrant color.
- Pour Batter into the Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Bake the Bread: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and moisture.
- Fresh strawberries add the best flavor; avoid frozen as they can make the batter watery.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- Adding a little lemon zest can complement the strawberry flavor beautifully.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This bread freezes well; slice and wrap pieces individually for easy thawing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 60g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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