Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of fresh strawberries and a creamy glaze with this delectable Strawberries & Cream Bread. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat, this moist and flavorful bread will surely become a favorite.
Ingredients
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For the bread:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
For the cream glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smooth the top, and bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract for the glaze. Drizzle over the cooled bread before serving.
Notes
- Toss the strawberries in a tablespoon of flour before folding them in to prevent sinking.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
