Glazed Strawberry Bread Recipe
This Glazed Strawberry Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread featuring fresh strawberries folded into a tender batter, topped with a sweet strawberry glaze. Perfect for a breakfast treat or afternoon snack, this loaf combines the natural sweetness of berries with a smooth, sugary finish for a delightful berry-infused experience.
- Author: Cara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Bread Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (Weighing for accuracy is preferred.)
- 1 cup sugar (Granulated sugar.)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda (Ensure it’s fresh for proper rising.)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (Adjust if using salted butter.)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (Allow to cool slightly before mixing.)
- 2 large eggs (Use room temperature for best emulsification.)
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries (Reserve 1/4 cup for the glaze.)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (Adjust for desired consistency.)
- 1/4 cup chopped strawberries for glaze (For texture and color.)
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to ensure the bread does not stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined to distribute leavening agents thoroughly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter and eggs until smooth, then stir in the chopped strawberries and vanilla extract to incorporate flavor and moisture evenly.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make the bread tough.
- Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, leveling the top with a spatula for an even rise during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to promote even baking, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Bread: Remove from oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring the bread firms up and prevents sogginess.
- Make Glaze: While the bread cools, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and reserved chopped strawberries. Adjust milk quantity as needed to achieve a drizzle consistency.
- Glaze Bread: Drizzle the strawberry glaze evenly over the cooled loaf, allowing it to pool slightly on top for a beautiful and flavorful finish.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure better mixing and a lighter bread texture.
- Ensure baking soda is fresh to help the bread rise properly.
- Cooling the bread completely before glazing helps the glaze to set properly without melting off.
- Adjust milk in the glaze to your preferred thickness for drizzle or coating.
- For best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries.
Keywords: Glazed Strawberry Bread, Strawberry Quick Bread, Strawberry Loaf, Baked Strawberry Bread, Fruit Bread with Glaze