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Frosted Strawberry Banana Bread

Frosted Strawberry Banana Bread: A Sweet Breakfast Treat

This Frosted Strawberry Banana Bread combines ripe bananas and strawberries for a moist, sliceable treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4-5 pieces Overripe Bananas Use for maximum sweetness and moisture
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for richer flavor
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Enhances moisture due to molasses content
  • 1/2 cup Neutral Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable) Melted coconut oil or applesauce can be used as alternatives
  • 2 pieces Large Eggs For egg-free, use flax eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a unique taste
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Maintain tenderness by avoiding overmixing
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
  • 1 cup Chopped Strawberries Substitute with other berries if preferred
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Full Fat Cream Cheese Can use Neufchâtel or vegan cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry Jam Swap with favorite fruit preserve
  • 2-3 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust to desired consistency

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth, aiming for at least 1 to 2 cups.
  3. Combine mashed bananas with granulated sugar, brown sugar, and neutral oil. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and vinegar, mixing until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in chopped strawberries until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-65 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Beat together cream cheese, unsalted butter, strawberry jam, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency.
  9. Once cooled, frost the bread with the prepared frosting using a spatula.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe with brown spots for maximum sweetness.

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