Strawberry Bread

This Strawberry Bread is soft, fluffy, and bursting with berry flavor! It's topped with a simple lemon glaze that adds the perfect sweet-tart finish.

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Two slices of strawberry bread are on a white plate. Next to the plate are fresh strawberries and a small dish with lemon wedges.

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Easy Strawberry Bread Recipe

This quick bread recipe comes together with pantry staples and a handful of freeze-dried strawberries for tart, sweet flavor in every bite. Coconut oil makes the crumb rich and tender, while brown sugar adds warmth and sweetness. The lemon glaze on top adds just the right pop of brightness!

Whether you're serving it as a sweet snack, a quick dessert, or a special breakfast, this strawberry bread is always a good idea.

Why You'll Love this Recipe

Strawberry bread is fantastic for a number of reasons:

It's easy to make. No mixer needed! Just simple ingredients and a couple of bowls.
It's full of flavor. Freeze-dried strawberries add a delicious, concentrated berry flavor, and the lemon glaze ties it all together.
It's freezer-friendly. Bake a loaf now and save it for later. It keeps beautifully!

Ingredients

Coconut Oil: Keeps the bread moist and gives it a light, tender texture.
Brown Sugar: Adds warmth and sweetness.
Eggs: Help bind the batter and create structure.
Vanilla Extract: Adds a cozy, aromatic note to the batter.
All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and balance to the bread.
Salt: Just a pinch enhances the overall flavor.
Baking Powder: Helps the bread rise so it's nice and fluffy.
Milk: Keeps the crumb moist and smooth.
Freeze-Dried Strawberries: Folded into the batter for sweet-tart bursts of strawberry flavor in every bite.

For the Icing

Powdered Sugar: Dissolves easily into a smooth glaze.
Lemon Juice: Adds brightness and a light tartness to balance the sweet bread.
Lemon Zest: Enhances the citrusy flavor of the glaze.

Substitutions and Variations

Strawberries: You can try using finely chopped fresh strawberries, but they'll add moisture and may change the texture of the bread slightly.

Icing: Skip the glaze or swap for a vanilla or strawberry glaze if you prefer something sweeter and less tart.

Add-ins: A handful of white chocolate chips or chopped nuts would be a fun addition.

How to Make Strawberry Bread

A large bowl with brown liquid over flour is surrounded by small bowls of milk, vanilla extract, lemon, and strawberries on a light surface.

A mixing bowl with flour, dough, and dried strawberries being stirred; other ingredients and chopped strawberries are nearby on a light surface.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a bread loaf pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together oil and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking between each. Mix in vanilla.

In separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, salt and baking powder. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk to the sugar mixture.

A glass mixing bowl filled with thick batter containing visible strawberry pieces, with a spatula in the bowl and empty dishes nearby.

A loaf of bread on parchment paper and a cooling rack, with halved strawberries, lemon wedges in a dish, and a glass of milk on a white surface.

Gently fold in freeze dried strawberries when batter is almost mixed. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 40-50 minutes until center is set.

Cool 30 minutes before removing from pan. Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice and zest until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bread.

Madison's Pro Tips

Don't overmix the batter. Stir just until combined for a tender crumb.
Use parchment paper. It makes it easy to lift the bread out of the pan once it's cooled.
Test for doneness. Place a toothpick in the center of the bread after it comes out of the oven. If the center comes out clean, it's done!
Cool before glazing. Let the bread cool completely before adding the glaze so it sets properly.

Two slices of loaf cake with visible strawberry pieces are on a plate; lemon wedges and strawberries are nearby on the table.

FAQ

Can I use fresh strawberries instead of freeze-dried?

You can, but they'll add more moisture and may slightly alter the texture. Be sure to dice them small and pat them dry.

Can I freeze strawberry bread?

Yes! Wrap the fully cooled loaf tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Do I need to use lemon glaze?

Nope! It's totally optional, but it adds a bright, tangy finish that complements the strawberry flavor.

How to Serve

This sweet, tender bread is perfect any time of day! Serve it:

For breakfast or brunch with a cup of coffee or your favorite smoothie, like this oatmeal smoothie.
As an afternoon snack with a bowl of fresh fruit salad.
As a light dessert after your favorite meal, like this easy balsamic chicken or a savory marinated pork tenderloin.

It also makes a lovely homemade gift!

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