Strawberry Banana Bread
A moist and tender quick bread combining sweet ripe bananas with bursts of fresh strawberries for a bright, summery twist on a classic.
Equipment
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup mashed bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for tossing strawberries)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Toss diced strawberries with 1 tablespoon flour, then gently fold them into the batter.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Tossing strawberries in flour prevents them from sinking. A pinch of cinnamon can enhance the overall flavor.