Pin it
Turn ordinary strawberries into a juicy, nutritious quick bread that blends oven-roasted fruit with nutritious whole grains. This satisfying loaf packs concentrated berry flavor from the roasting process, resulting in an ultra-moist bread that's perfect anytime - breakfast, afternoon treat, or sweet finale. Finished with a light vanilla drizzle, it offers natural sweetness without going overboard.
While trying to develop a more nutritious quick bread, I found that roasting the strawberries was the key breakthrough for getting intense flavor without needing extra sweeteners.
Key Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries: Oven-roasted for deeper sweetness
- White whole wheat flour: Gives substantial texture
- Greek yogurt: Brings moisture and protein boost
- Pure maple syrup: Wholesome sweetener
- Quality coconut oil: Makes for a soft crumb
Baking Process
- Transform The Berries
- Place diced strawberries on parchment paper, roast at 400°F for 20 minutes until they're caramelized.
- Combine Dry Stuff
- Stir flours, baking soda, and salt together until they're evenly mixed.
- Mix Wet Components
- Stir eggs, yogurt, applesauce, maple syrup, and coconut oil till everything looks smooth.
- Form The Mix
- Stir dry ingredients into wet just enough to combine, then carefully add the roasted berries.
- Ready For Oven
- Transfer to greased pan, add fresh berry slices on top if you want.
- Watch While Baking
- Cook at 350°F for 55 minutes until a stick comes out clean.
- Finish With Topping
- Pour simple vanilla glaze over the cooled bread if you're feeling fancy.
My grandma always told me quick breads need a soft touch - hurrying through the mixing will make your bread tough.
Pin it
Delicious Pairings
Make this bread the star of your morning spread by arranging slices on pretty dishes with scattered fresh berries and mint leaves. Put out some whipped honey butter or cream cheese on the side. You might want to make some with glaze and some without. Set up a breakfast platter with different toppings, fresh fruit chunks, and small cups of yogurt parfait.
Tasty Twists
Take this flexible bread to new heights with fun add-ins. Toss in some chopped pecans or walnuts for some crunch, or grate in lemon zest for a fresh kick. Try making it with a combo of different roasted berries, or throw in dark chocolate pieces for something more indulgent. Sprinkle streusel or coconut flakes on top before baking if you want.
Keeping It Fresh
Keep your bread tasting amazing by storing it right in your fridge. Wrap the cooled loaf tightly in plastic then aluminum foil for up to 5 days. If you're freezing it, cut it into slices first and put parchment paper between them before putting in an airtight container. Let it come to room temp and warm it slightly before eating.
Pin it
Final Thoughts
This strawberry bread has become my favorite way to use fresh berries in a healthy treat. Though it's easy to make, taking time to roast the strawberries creates an outstanding quick bread that brings natural sweetness to any part of your day. Just remember, the roasting step and gentle mixing are what make this bread turn out perfect every single time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can fresh strawberries be swapped for roasted ones?
- Roasting sweetens and dries them, but fresh works too if preferred.
- → How can I make this gluten-free?
- Replace regular flour with your favorite gluten-free blend.
- → What’s the best way to store extras?
- Keep in a sealed container up to 3 days room temp or 5 days in the fridge.
- → Is freezing the loaf possible?
- Absolutely! Wrap it well, freeze for 3 months, and thaw before enjoying.
- → Any substitutes for coconut oil?
- Yes, melted butter or neutral oils like vegetable or avocado work great.