Easy Strawberry Bread Recipe With Frozen Strawberries
Are you looking for a delicious and easy way to use up those frozen strawberries in your freezer? Look no further than this simple and tasty strawberry bread recipe. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, this bread is sure to please. Plus, it's a great way to get some extra fruit into your diet!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup frozen strawberries, thawed and mashed
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Stir in the mashed strawberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve!
This bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for longer storage.
Variations:
This recipe is very versatile and can be adapted to suit your tastes. Here are some ideas:
- Substitute other types of frozen fruit for the strawberries, such as raspberries, blueberries, or mixed berries.
- Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the batter for some extra crunch.
- Drizzle a simple glaze over the top of the bread once it has cooled. To make the glaze, combine 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of milk or cream and stir until smooth.
So next time you have some frozen strawberries on hand, give this easy strawberry bread recipe a try. Your taste buds will thank you!