Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe

Strawberry Banana Bread is a delicious twist on classic banana bread. It is sweet, moist, and tender thanks to ripe bananas, with a fresh burst of juicy strawberry flavor in every bite. The combination creates a soft, aromatic loaf perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. A light lemon glaze adds a bright finish that enhances the fruity flavors.

Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe

Make the best Strawberry Banana Bread recipe with ripe bananas and fresh strawberries. This moist, sweet, and easy homemade loaf is perfect for breakfast or dessert. 🍓🍌

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2-3 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed bananas)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced and tossed in 1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch
• 1 cup powdered sugar Lemon Glaze
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest Lemon Glaze
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Lemon Glaze

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Notes

Tips for Perfect Strawberry Banana Bread ⭐

Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and moisture.

Fresh strawberries work best, but frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained.

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread soft.

Let the bread cool completely before glazing to prevent the icing from melting.

Use parchment paper for easy removal from the pan.

Variations to Try 🍞

Chocolate Chip Strawberry Banana Bread

Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips for extra sweetness.

Healthy Strawberry Banana Bread

Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour and reduce the sugar slightly.

Nutty Version

Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch and flavor.

No Glaze Version

Skip the glaze for a lighter breakfast-style bread.

Storage Instructions 📦

Store the bread covered at room temperature for 3–4 days.

For longer storage:

Refrigerate for up to 1 week

Freeze slices individually for up to 3 months

To serve frozen bread, thaw at room temperature or warm slightly in the microwave.

Serving Ideas 🍽️

Strawberry banana bread tastes wonderful:

Warm with butter

With a cup of coffee or tea

As a breakfast treat

As a light dessert

Toasted with cream cheese

Final Thoughts 🍓🍌

This Strawberry Banana Bread recipe is a simple and delicious way to upgrade traditional banana bread. The combination of sweet bananas, juicy strawberries, and fresh lemon glaze creates a perfectly balanced flavor that everyone will enjoy.

Whether you bake it for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this moist and tender loaf is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.