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Strawberry Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe for You

This Strawberry Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, perfect for breakfast or as a light dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use overripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries Chopped into small pieces.
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Consider maple syrup for a lighter alternative.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Can substitute with applesauce.
  • 2 pieces eggs Can substitute with unsweetened Greek yogurt.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract No substitute needed.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda No substitute recommended.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances overall flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips For a delicious chocolate-strawberry twist.
  • 1/2 cup nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans for texture.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas until smooth and chop 1 cup of fresh strawberries into small pieces.
  3. Combine the mashed bananas with ¾ cup sugar, ⅓ cup melted butter, 2 beaten eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50-60 minutes.
  8. Cool for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a healthier version, try substituting ingredients like butter with applesauce, or sugar with maple syrup.

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