Moist & Delicious Glazed Strawberry Bread: Your New Favorite Spring & Summer Recipe
Made with abundant fresh strawberries and topped with a luscious glaze, this Glazed Strawberry Bread is an incredibly moist and flavorful quick bread. It’s the perfect treat to brighten up your next brunch gathering or to serve as a delightful dessert for any occasion!
Strawberry season is truly a highlight of the year for many, bringing with it the promise of sweet, juicy berries and a plethora of delightful recipes. If your kitchen counter is overflowing with ripe, fragrant strawberries, then you’ve absolutely landed in the right place! My easy-to-follow recipe for Glazed Strawberry Bread offers an ideal solution to use up those beautiful berries, transforming them into a spectacular sweet treat. Perfectly suited for the vibrant spring and warm summer months, this moist strawberry loaf is the ultimate indulgence, whether you’re looking for a delightful addition to your brunch menu or a light, refreshing dessert.
This fruit-infused quick bread isn’t just delicious; it’s also a surprisingly versatile option. Enjoy a slice with your morning coffee, serve it as an afternoon tea-time snack, or make it the sweet ending to any meal. For an extra touch of decadence, consider topping your strawberry bread with a dollop of fluffy whipped cream, a rich cream cheese frosting, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Each addition complements the sweet strawberry flavor beautifully, creating an unforgettable taste experience. This recipe is designed to be straightforward, allowing even novice bakers to achieve a beautifully moist and flavorful loaf with ease.
Craving more delicious strawberry recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth? Don’t stop here! You’ll love exploring other fresh berry creations like my Strawberry Rhubarb Dessert, which offers a delightful tart-sweet balance, or my creamy Strawberry Banana Cream Pie recipe, a true crowd-pleaser that combines two beloved fruits in a silky, smooth filling. Each recipe celebrates the vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries in its own unique way.
What Exactly is a Quick Bread?
If you’ve ever enjoyed a slice of perfectly moist banana bread, then you’ve experienced the sheer delight of quick bread! Unlike traditional yeast breads that require extensive kneading and multiple proofs, quick breads are revolutionary for their simplicity and speed. They rely on chemical leavening agents like baking powder and/or baking soda to achieve their rise, meaning no waiting for yeast to activate, no complicated proofing schedules, and significantly less prep time. This makes them an incredibly convenient and rewarding option for home bakers, especially when you need a delicious baked good in a pinch.
The category of quick breads is wonderfully diverse, encompassing a variety of textures and flavors. Generally, there are three primary types: fruit breads, cornbreads, and soda breads. My Glazed Strawberry Bread recipe proudly belongs to the fruit bread family, celebrated for its naturally sweet profile and tender crumb. While banana bread remains arguably the most famous and universally loved quick bread, the possibilities extend far beyond! You can effortlessly substitute or combine different fresh berries such as tart cherries, plump blueberries, or sweet raspberries to create your own unique fruit bread masterpieces. For those who appreciate an added textural element, folding in a handful of crunchy walnuts or pecans offers a delightful contrast to the soft bread. This versatility is what makes quick breads so adaptable and fun to experiment with.
While this recipe is designed for a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan, the beauty of quick breads lies in their adaptability. Should you prefer individual portions or a different presentation, feel free to bake this superb strawberry creation in a muffin pan. Simply adjust the baking time accordingly, usually shortening it to 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. This makes it perfect for grab-and-go breakfasts or lunchbox treats!
Eager to explore more quick and delightful fruit bread recipes? Expand your baking repertoire with my refreshing Blueberry Lemon Pull-Apart Bread, a fun and zesty twist on classic flavors. Or, perhaps you’d enjoy the rich notes of my Chocolate Orange Banana Bread, a decadent combination that elevates a familiar favorite. And for another bright citrus-berry pairing, don’t miss my Blueberry Orange Bread recipe!
Essential Ingredients for Your Perfect Strawberry Bread
One of the many joys of this Glazed Strawberry Bread recipe is its reliance on a simple collection of pantry staples and fresh ingredients. You likely have most of these items readily available in your kitchen already! For precise measurements, be sure to scroll down to the comprehensive recipe card below. Understanding the role of each ingredient will help you appreciate the magic behind this delightful bake.
For the Deliciously Moist Bread
- Fresh Strawberries: The undisputed star of the show! Fresh, ripe strawberries impart that irresistible sweet-tart flavor and moist texture. While strawberries are highly recommended, don’t hesitate to experiment with other fresh berries like blueberries, raspberries, or even chopped cherries for delicious variations.
- All-Purpose Flour: This foundational ingredient is critical, providing the necessary structure and body for your baked goods. It creates the framework that holds all the delicious components together.
- Butter: Best used at room temperature, butter adds richness, flavor, and contributes significantly to the bread’s tender crumb. It also helps achieve a higher rise and a crisper crust, while extending the shelf life of your loaf.
- Granulated Sugar: Beyond sweetness, sugar plays multiple roles. It enhances the bread’s overall flavor, helps tenderize the crumb, and crucially, assists in retaining moisture, ensuring a delightfully soft texture.
- Eggs: Eggs act as a binder, bringing all the ingredients together. They also add richness, contribute to the bread’s rise, and make the final product incredibly soft and fluffy.
- Vanilla Extract: A touch of pure vanilla extract is essential for enhancing and deepening the overall sweet flavors of the bread, creating a warm and inviting aroma.
- Baking Powder: As a key chemical leavening agent, baking powder is indispensable for increasing the volume and creating the light, airy texture characteristic of this fruit bread.
- Salt: A small amount of salt balances the sweetness, enhances other flavors, and helps the gluten structure maintain its form once the bread bakes.
- Milk: Milk adds essential moisture, contributing to the bread’s creamy texture and tender crumb. It also helps in achieving the perfect batter consistency.
- Extra Flour (for coating strawberries): A small amount of flour is used to coat the chopped strawberries before folding them into the batter. This crucial step prevents the berries from sinking to the bottom of the pan during baking, ensuring even distribution throughout the loaf.
For the Irresistible Strawberry Glaze
- Powdered Sugar: Also known as confectioners’ sugar, this finely milled sugar forms the smooth, sweet base for your gorgeous glazed topping. Its fine texture dissolves easily, ensuring a silky finish.
- Vanilla Extract: Just a hint of vanilla elevates the sweet profile of the glaze, adding depth and a comforting aroma.
- Milk: A small amount of milk (or cream) provides the necessary liquid to achieve the perfect pourable consistency for the glaze. You might adjust the amount slightly to reach your desired thickness.
- Fresh Strawberries: Finely chopped fresh strawberries are blended into the glaze, infusing it with authentic, bright strawberry flavor and a lovely natural pink hue. This is what truly makes it a “strawberry” glaze!
How to Bake Your Own Delicious Strawberry Loaf
Creating this delightful strawberry bread with its sweet glaze is an incredibly straightforward and enjoyable process. Even if you’re new to baking, you’ll find these steps easy to follow, leading to a perfectly baked loaf every time! For a full, detailed breakdown of all steps and measurements, please refer to the comprehensive recipe card located further down this page.
Step 1: Prepare Your Baking Environment
Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). This ensures the oven is at the correct temperature when your batter is ready to bake, allowing for an even rise. Next, meticulously grease or spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. This crucial step prevents the bread from sticking, making for an easy release once baked. Set the prepared pan aside.
Step 2: Flour-Coat the Strawberries
In a small, separate bowl, gently toss your chopped fresh strawberries with 2 Tablespoons of all-purpose flour until they are lightly coated. This seemingly minor step is vital: the flour coating helps prevent the strawberries from sinking to the bottom of the loaf during baking, ensuring they are beautifully distributed throughout every slice. Once coated, set them aside.
Step 3: Cream the Wet Ingredients
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer), combine the room-temperature butter and granulated sugar. Beat them together on medium speed for approximately 2 minutes, until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and pale in color. Stop the mixer, scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is incorporated, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until everything is evenly combined, creating a smooth, rich base for your bread.
Step 4: Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the remaining all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry ingredient mixture to your butter-sugar mixture in the stand mixer, alternating with small additions of milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix on low speed just until the batter comes together and is smooth, being careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a tough bread.
Step 5: Fold in the Strawberries and Pour
Gently fold in your flour-coated diced strawberries into the prepared bread batter using a rubber spatula. Use a light hand to avoid crushing the berries. Once the strawberries are evenly distributed, pour the luscious bread batter into your previously prepared 9×5-inch loaf pan. Smooth the top with the spatula if needed.
Step 6: Bake to Golden Perfection
Carefully transfer the loaf pan to your preheated oven. Bake for approximately 45-50 minutes. To test for doneness, insert a wooden toothpick or a thin skewer into the center of the bread. It should come out clean or with only a few moist crumbs attached. If it comes out with wet batter, continue baking for a few more minutes and test again. The top should be a beautiful golden brown.
Step 7: Cool the Loaf
Once baked, remove the bread from the oven. Allow it to cool in the loaf pan for a crucial 10 minutes. This initial cooling period allows the bread to set and firm up, making it less likely to crumble when transferred. After 10 minutes, carefully invert the pan to remove the bread and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling on a wire rack ensures air circulation around all sides, preventing the bottom from becoming soggy.
Step 8: Prepare and Pour the Glaze
While the bread cools, prepare your vibrant strawberry glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and finely chopped fresh strawberries. Beat them vigorously until the mixture is smooth and reaches a pourable, yet thick, glaze consistency. If it’s too thick, add a tiny bit more milk; if too thin, add a touch more powdered sugar. Once the bread is completely cool, generously pour the exquisite glaze over the top, allowing it to drizzle down the sides. For an extra touch of presentation or if you prefer a bit more glaze with each slice, save a small amount to serve alongside the bread.
Step 9: Store for Freshness
To maintain its delightful moisture and freshness, store your Glazed Strawberry Bread in an airtight container at room temperature. It will remain wonderfully fresh and delicious for up to 2 days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate it for up to a week or freeze slices for several months. Ensure it’s fully cooled before storing to prevent condensation.
Tips for Strawberry Bread Success
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter can develop the gluten too much, resulting in a tough, dense bread instead of a light and fluffy one. Mix just until combined.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature. This helps them emulsify better, creating a smoother batter and a more uniform texture in your finished bread.
- The Flour Coating Trick: As mentioned, coating the strawberries in a bit of flour is crucial. It creates a thin barrier that prevents the juicy berries from sinking to the bottom during baking, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
- Patience with Cooling: Resist the urge to slice into your bread too soon! Allowing it to cool completely on a wire rack is essential. Warm bread can be crumbly and difficult to cut, and the glaze will simply melt off.
- Make it Muffins: Transform this easy strawberry bread into delightful muffins! Simply divide the batter among greased muffin cups and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Adjust glaze quantity as needed for individual muffins.
- Add-ins: For extra crunch and flavor, consider folding in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans with the strawberries. A pinch of cinnamon or a teaspoon of lemon zest can also add wonderful depth.
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Other Yummy Recipes to Enjoy with Fresh Fruit
If you’ve fallen in love with this moist and flavorful Glazed Strawberry Bread, I’m confident you’ll adore these other fruit-filled and delicious baking creations too! Each recipe offers a unique way to celebrate fresh ingredients and sweet flavors.
- White Chocolate Strawberry Muddy Buddies (pictured above): A fun, crunchy, and irresistible snack mix combining sweet white chocolate and strawberry flavors – perfect for parties or a delightful treat.
- Strawberry Cake: A classic, tender cake bursting with the natural sweetness and vibrant color of fresh strawberries, ideal for celebrations.
- Cherry Cheese Bread: A delightful quick bread featuring juicy cherries and a creamy cheese swirl, offering a sweet and tangy experience.
- Strawberry Sour Cream Crumb Pie Bars: These bars are an absolute dream, combining a rich crumbly crust with a sweet-tart strawberry and sour cream filling.
- Pear Bread: A wonderfully moist and aromatic quick bread, featuring the delicate sweetness of fresh pears and warm spices.
- Fresh Strawberry Pie: A timeless dessert that lets the natural beauty and flavor of fresh strawberries shine through in a simple, elegant pie.
- Grandma’s Zucchini Bread: A classic, incredibly moist bread that’s a fantastic way to use up garden zucchini, infused with warming spices.
- Baked Chocolate Covered Strawberry Donuts: Indulgent baked donuts combining the beloved flavors of chocolate and strawberries, a healthier alternative to fried versions.
- Blueberry Orange Bread: A bright and flavorful quick bread featuring the juicy sweetness of blueberries paired with the zesty freshness of orange.
No matter the season, baking with fresh fruit brings a special joy to the kitchen. I truly hope you enjoy creating and savoring this fantastic Glazed Strawberry Bread as much as I do. It’s a recipe that’s sure to become a cherished favorite in your home, bringing smiles with every sweet, moist bite!
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Glazed Strawberry Bread
Equipment
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Loaf Pans
Ingredients
- FOR THE BREAD:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
- 2 Tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- FOR THE STRAWBERRY GLAZE:
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 1/2 teaspoon milk
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries finely chopped
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease or spray a 9×5″ loaf pan. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, coat strawberries with 2 Tablespoons of flour. Set aside.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter and sugar together for about 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. Scrape the sides of the bowl, add in the eggs and vanilla and mix until evenly combined.
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Combine flour with baking powder and salt. Add to the butter mixture a little at a time, alternating with the milk. mix until smooth.
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Fold in the flour-coated strawberries with a rubber spatula and pour the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan.
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Bake for 45-50 minutes, until a toothpick in the center of the bread, comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and cool in the loaf pan for 10 minutes before removing and transferring to a wire rack to cool.
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Beat the powdered sugar, vanilla, milk, and strawberries together until the glaze is formed. Pour over bread. Save a little to serve with the bread if you like.
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Store in an airtight container for 2 days.
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