Description
There’s nothing quite like the delightful combination of sweet strawberries and the creamy tang of sour cream in a moist, tender loaf. This Strawberry Sour Cream Bread is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert! Easy to make and packed with flavor, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/4 cups fresh strawberries (chopped)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) or white chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Wash, hull, and chop the fresh strawberries. Lightly toss them with a tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking during baking.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and sour cream. Mix until well combined.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and any optional add-ins like nuts or white chocolate chips.
Step 6: Bake the Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use Fresh Strawberries: Fresh strawberries provide the best flavor and texture. If using frozen, thaw and drain them well.
- Don’t Skip the Flour Coating: Tossing the strawberries in flour prevents them from sinking to the bottom.
- Avoid Overmixing: Overmixing can lead to a dense loaf. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Cuisine: American