Strawberry Banana Bread
A delightful loaf that combines the vibrant flavors of strawberries and the sweetness of bananas, enhanced with strawberry Jell-O for a unique twist.
Ingredients
For the Bread
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 pieces eggs
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 medium-large banana, mashed well Ensure it's ripe for the best flavor.
- 3 ounce box of strawberry Jell-O mix
- ½ pound strawberries, stems removed and chopped Fresh strawberries add juiciness.
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on the kitchen counter.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease your loaf pan generously with butter or cooking spray.
- Mash the banana in a small bowl until smooth.
- In a food processor, blend the strawberries with the strawberry Jell-O mix until smooth.
Mixing
- In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and sour cream to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the strawberry mixture to the stand mixer, mixing on low speed.
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or cream cheese for added indulgence. For a richer flavor, add vanilla extract.