Moist Strawberry Banana Bread That Will Brighten Your Day
Indulge in this moist strawberry banana bread that fills your kitchen with delightful aromas and offers a healthier twist on a beloved classic.
Equipment
- Oven
- - Loaf pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 15 ounces Fresh Strawberries Chopped for roasting
- 0.5 cups Honey Natural sweetener, maple syrup can be used as vegan substitute
- 1 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately
- 1 cups Whole Wheat Pastry Flour Can be replaced with more all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 small Bananas Mashed, overripe preferred
- 0.5 cups Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt Substitute with regular yogurt or applesauce if needed
- 0.25 cups Roasted Strawberry Juices Reserved from roasting
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 0.25 cups Coconut Oil Melted butter can be used as a substitute
- 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a lower glycemic alternative
- 2 large Eggs Bring to room temperature
Optional Topping
- 1 cups Additional Strawberries Sliced
Instructions
How to Make Strawberry Banana Bread
- Prep Strawberries: Begin by roasting 15 ounces of fresh strawberries in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 15 minutes until they are soft and caramelized; set aside to cool.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Stir Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, reserved strawberry juices, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil, brown sugar, honey, and eggs; mix well.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pans, topping with additional sliced strawberries if desired. Bake at 350°F for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool: Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm with a drizzle of honey for a delightful finish. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.