Old Fashioned Strawberry Bread

Experience the nostalgic delight of Old Fashioned Strawberry Bread, a moist and fragrant quick bread bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh, macerated strawberries. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a tea-time treat, this easy recipe combines pantry staples like cinnamon, vanilla, and all-purpose flour with juicy strawberries to create a loaf that’s both comforting and flavorful. The optional addition of chopped walnuts or pecans lends a delightful crunch, while a hint of cinnamon adds warmth to every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this one-bowl wonder is as simple to make as it is satisfying. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or a smear of cream cheese to elevate this classic recipe to pure perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups (diced) Fresh strawberries
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup (chopped) Walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced strawberries and granulated sugar. Stir well and let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the strawberries to macerate.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light and frothy. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense bread.

Step 6

Fold in the macerated strawberries (along with the sugary liquid) and the optional chopped nuts, if using. Stir until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Slice and serve as is, or with a spread of butter or cream cheese for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1026.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3157.9

Total Fat 154.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2588.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 418.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 217.3g
Protein 47.5g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 217.3mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1105.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 51.4%