Name: Strawberry Banana Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 7 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting strawberries); 5 tablespoons powdered sugar (for glaze); 1¾ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon fine sea salt; ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom; 3 small ripe bananas (about 1 cup smashed); ½ cup packed light brown sugar; ¼ cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs (at room temperature); 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste; ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)

Description

A delightful treat that combines the sweet essence of ripe bananas and juicy fresh strawberries, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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7 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting strawberries)
5 tablespoons powdered sugar (for glaze)
1¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
3 small ripe bananas (about 1 cup smashed)
½ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (at room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8½-by-4½-inch loaf pan by lightly buttering it and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
In a bowl, toss chopped strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Allow them to drain for about 30 minutes.
Melt your ½ cup of unsalted butter and let it cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1¾ cups of flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cardamom.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth, then mix in brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla bean paste. Stir until well combined.
Gradually combine the banana mixture with melted butter, then gently fold in dry ingredients until just mixed.
Pat the drained strawberries dry, toss with 2 tablespoons of flour, and fold into the batter.
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for about 30 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For a glaze, mix 5 tablespoons of powdered sugar with strawberry juice and brush over the cooled loaf.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for more sweetness. Feel free to substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 180
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg