Dessert

Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe

Byrami Hayes January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

Introduction

Strawberry Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic favorite, combining the sweet flavors of ripe bananas and fresh strawberries. This moist and tender bread is perfect for breakfast or a snack any time of day.

The image shows a loaf of strawberry bread on a wooden cutting board placed on a white marbled surface. The bread has a golden brown crust with visible chunks of red strawberries baked inside. Four slices are cut from the loaf, each slice revealing a light, moist, yellowish cake texture with scattered pieces of bright red strawberries throughout. Around the cutting board, there are fresh strawberry halves and whole strawberries with green leaves for decoration. The scene is bright and clean, highlighting the bread's soft, inviting texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (about 300 grams)
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled (56.5 grams)
3/4 cup sugar (148.5 grams)
3/4 cup yogurt (170.25 grams)
2 eggs, beaten
3 very ripe bananas, mashed well
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup fresh diced strawberries (136.1 grams)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9 by 5 inch bread pan with cooking spray.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar. Then add the yogurt, beaten eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
Step 4: Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid over mixing to keep the bread tender.
Step 5: Carefully stir in the diced strawberries. The batter will be thick.
Step 6: Pour the batter into the prepared bread pan and bake for 60 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
Step 7: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter.
If fresh strawberries are not available, frozen can be used—just be sure to thaw and drain them well to avoid excess moisture.
Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and moist texture.

Storage

Because of the fresh strawberries, store the bread in an airtight container and keep it refrigerated. It’s best enjoyed within two to three days. Reheat slices gently in a toaster or microwave before serving for a soft, warm treat.