Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe
This strawberry banana bread recipe is a moist quick bread that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the fresh taste of strawberries. Itβs perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.
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I posted my Strawberry Banana Bread recipe back in 2013, based on my favorite banana bread recipe. Itβs been a beloved recipe in our family ever since!
We always stock up on strawberries and bananas, which keeps this bread in our weekly lineup. To keep up with the appetites of my three boys, I always have some homemade bread or muffins, along with plenty of fruit.
Why I love this recipe
- The combo of strawberries and bananas is just heavenly!
- No waste here as it great for using up my overripe bananas.
- It’s freezer friendly! You can make a double batch and freeze some for later.
What readers are saying:
Readers who have made this recipe are raving about it! Here is what they had to say after feeding their family:
Ingredients
- ripe bananas
- melted butter
- sugar
- egg
- vanilla extract
- baking soda
- salt
- all-purpose flour
- fresh strawberries
Have leftover bananas? Try Walnut Banana Bread and Banana Pudding Recipe!
Can I use frozen strawberries
I recommend using fresh strawberries for this bread. Frozen strawberries tend to release extra moisture as they cook, which can affect the texture and appearance of the bread. Fresh strawberries will give you the best results, ensuring your Strawberry Banana Bread is moist and flavorful without any sogginess!
Step by step
- Preheat the oven to 350Β°F. Spray a loaf pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl. Add the melted butter and mix well.
- Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas mixture.
- Add baking soda, salt, and flour and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake until golden brown, about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Tips for best results
- Use really ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Donβt overmix the batter; stir until just combined for a tender loaf.
- Be gentle when folding in the strawberries to avoid mashing them too much.
- Enjoy warm or let the bread cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.
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Variations
To play with this recipe consider adding chocolate chips for sweetness or nuts for a crunchy bite. You might also want to experiment with various berries like blueberries or raspberries or a hint of cinnamon for a warm, spiced finish. The possibilities are truly endless!
Serving suggestions
- serve it warm with a pat of butter
- slice it up and toast it for breakfast
Storage
This strawberry banana bread keeps well, so you can enjoy it for days! Once itβs completely cooled, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four or five days or in the refrigerator up to one week.
You can freeze the bread in an airtight container for up to three months, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap then aluminum foil or placed in a freezer bag. Just remember to thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before youβre ready to enjoy a slice.
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Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
This strawberry banana bread recipe is a moist, and quick bread that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the fresh taste of strawberries. Itβs perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.Β
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, smashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas, then add the melted butter and mix well.
- In another bowl, combine the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, then add to the banana mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour.
- Stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries.
- Pour the batter into a buttered loaf pan and bake until golden brown, about 50 minutes. Let it cool, and enjoy!
Notes
- To make the bread appealing, reserve a few chopped strawberries and add them on top of the batter before putting it in the oven. Be sure to gently press the strawberries into the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 inch slice
- Calories: 268
- Sugar: 23.4 g
- Sodium: 168.4 mg
- Fat: 8.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 44.9 g
- Protein: 3.7 g
- Cholesterol: 43.6 mg
Just made thus bread ! It turned out moist and delicious will definitely make again
It was super easy and delicious!
so glad you liked it!
I used an egg replacer and a gluten free flour mix (oat flour, tapioca starch and Xanthan gum). Made into mini loafs and cooked for about 25 mins. Delicious!!
So glad you enjoyed it Laura!
Wonderful recipe absolutely delicious and easy to make!
So glad you enjoyed it Bianca!
I made this last night. It was very easy
to follow. Smelled delicious while baking. The one problem I had was after letting it cool completely, when I went to slice it, it was wet around the strawberries. The rest was baked fine but the strawberries were still wet. Is this something I should be concerned with?
Soggy wet or just moist Rita? Were your strawberries super fresh or going bad?
Thank you for replying. No they were WET! The strawberries weren’t overly ripe. I’ve had a few slices and I’m still here. Very delicious. It just made it difficult to slice because it wouldn’t stay together where it was wet.
Hmm, I was going to make banana bread this week, barring interference from this hurricane I will put it on my list to grab some strawberries and retest the recipe to see if I can figure out why that happened.
This bread looks amazing, I’m pinning this to try sometime! Thanks for sharing this. I’d love for you to share this amazing recipe on my Sweet Tooth Tuesdays blog link party.
https://sarahlynnssweets.blogspot.com/2013/05/sweet-tooth-tuesdays-2.html
Oh wow, this looks fabulous! I love banana bread, and I bet strawberries make it even better! In case you didn’t see it earlier, I featured this on my blog today! I’m stopping by to pin it, and to let you know you can grab a Featured button if you don’t already have one! https://practicallyfunctional.net/2013/05/7-creative-ideas/
Ohmygoodness … that looks delicious! My son would hide all of it so that he could enjoy all by himself! Thanks for sharing the recipe, too! Happy day.
Thanks Becca!
Yummy!! Pinning this recipe! Thanks so much!!
I hope you like it!
Looks delicious! Going to try this weekend!
YOUR BREAD LOOKS AMAZING! I’ve never added berries to my banana bread
It’s so good, let me know if you try it out!
I need to get my hands on some strawberries and then this bread is all mine! Unless my kids get a hold of it first…:^/
My husband and boys devoured mine!! I got one slice though, it was so good!
One of my favorites! Strawberry bread is so delish!
This looks fantastic! A fresh new way to enjoy all those strawberries π
Thanks Becca, it was devoured pretty quickly here!
I found your recipe at the What’s Shakin’ party! Looks amazing!
Thanks Megan!
YUM – that bread looks SO good! Pinned to make soon!