strawberry bread

Recipe by
kay OLEARY
Olivebridge, NY

A favorite old recipe from the 1980s. I use frozen berries all winter and don't always do the topping. Sometimes I lightly press brown sugar into the raw top, but it really doesn't need anything. Great at breakfast or anytime.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 35 Min
cook time 55 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For strawberry bread

  • BREAD
  • 3 c
    mashed strawberries
  • 3 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 2 c
    sugar
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 1/4 c
    oil
  • 4
    eggs, well beaten
  • TOPPING (OPTIONAL)
  • 1/2 c
    reserved strawberry juice
  • 8 oz
    cream cheese

How To Make strawberry bread

  • 1
    To prepare the bread, drain 1/2 cup syrup from mashed strawberries to save for topping.
  • 2
    Mix all dry ingredients together and make a hole in the center.
  • 3
    Add the mashed strawberries, remaining juice, oil and eggs.
  • 4
    Mix by hand or on lowest speed until thoroughly combined.
  • 5
    Pour into 2 greased 9×5 pans.
  • 6
    Bake at 350 degrees F for 50-60 minutes.
  • 7
    Cool thoroughly on a wire rack.
  • 8
    To prepare the topping (if using), mix the saved juice with softened cream cheese. Drizzle over breads.
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