Description
A delightful loaf infused with juicy strawberries and topped with a zesty lemon glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk, blending it well into your mixture.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sliced strawberries gently with a rubber spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled loaf before slicing and serving.
Notes
This loaf stores well; consider making it the day before your event for enhanced flavors. Customize with vanilla extract or nuts for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: strawberry loaf, glaze loaf, summer dessert, quick bread, baking