Strawberry Swirl Loaf
Strawberry Swirl Loaf made with fresh diced strawberries, sweet strawberry jam, and a soft cinnamon scented crumb. This moist homemade dessert bread is perfect for brunch, tea time, or spring baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50–65 minutes
- Total Time: About 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves
- Category: Dessert / Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons flour (for coating berries)
1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, diced
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups granulated sugar
⅔ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
½ cup strawberry jam or preserves
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 1 large loaf pan or 2 smaller loaf pans.
In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Toss diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons flour in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in the flour-coated strawberries.
Divide batter evenly between prepared loaf pans. Spoon strawberry jam over the top of each loaf and use a knife to gently swirl it into the batter.
Bake:
Two smaller loaves: 40–50 minutes
One large loaf: 55–65 minutes
Loaves are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
If tops brown too quickly, tent loosely with foil during the last 15–20 minutes of baking.
Allow loaves to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Coating the strawberries in flour helps prevent them from sinking.
Use room-temperature eggs for best texture.
Can substitute frozen strawberries (do not thaw first; pat dry before tossing in flour).
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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