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Dreamy Pink Strawberry Loaf

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This Dreamy Pink Strawberry Loaf is a soft, fluffy, and moist cake filled with juicy fresh strawberries and finished with a luscious pink strawberry glaze. Perfect for springtime baking or a pretty dessert centerpiece.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 slices)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

1½ cups flour

1 tsp baking powder

¼ tsp baking soda

¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

½ cup softened butter

¾ cup granulated sugar

2 eggs

⅓ cup sour cream

¼ cup milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp almond extract

Strawberries:

1¼ cups diced fresh strawberries

1 tbsp cornstarch

Glaze:

1 cup icing sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp heavy cream

⅓ cup finely diced strawberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined. Then mix in sour cream, milk, vanilla, and almond extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring just until combined (do not overmix).
  6. Toss diced strawberries with cornstarch and gently fold them into the batter.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze: mix icing sugar, vanilla, heavy cream, and diced strawberries in a bowl. Stir until smooth and pink. Let sit to release juices.
  9. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle glaze generously on top.
  10. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Coating strawberries in cornstarch prevents them from sinking and helps retain shape and color.
  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure a light, fluffy texture.
  • Let loaf cool completely before glazing to avoid melting the icing.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge.

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