This Strawberry Loaf Cake is a delightful blend of tender crumb and bright berry flavor, perfect for afternoon tea or a light dessert. The batter combines classic baking staples like flour, sugar, and cinnamon with fresh-tasting thawed strawberries to create a moist, fragrant loaf. The addition of oil ensures a rich texture that stays soft for days. Finished with a light dusting of confectioners’ sugar, it looks elegant yet remains approachable and homey. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this cake offers a comforting sweetness that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing bake that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction, making it a wonderful choice for casual gatherings or quiet weekends at home.
Strawberry Loaf Cake
Description
This Strawberry Loaf Cake is a delightful blend of tender crumb and bright berry flavor, perfect for afternoon tea or a light dessert. The batter combines classic baking staples like flour, sugar, and cinnamon with fresh-tasting thawed strawberries to create a moist, fragrant loaf. The addition of oil ensures a rich texture that stays soft for days. Finished with a light dusting of confectioners' sugar, it looks elegant yet remains approachable and homey. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this cake offers a comforting sweetness that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, crowd-pleasing bake that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction, making it a wonderful choice for casual gatherings or quiet weekends at home.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, combine beaten eggs, oil, and thawed strawberries.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
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Divide batter evenly between two greased 9x5-inch loaf pans.
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Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow loaves to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
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Dust tops with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2531.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 61.8g96%
- Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2444.7mg102%
- Total Carbohydrate 484.8g162%
- Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%
- Sugars 347.6g
- Protein 18.1g37%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: These loaves freeze well. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil for up to 3 months.
Freezing Tip: If freezing, wait to dust with confectioners' sugar until after thawing to prevent clumping.
Preparation: Ensure strawberries are fully thawed and drained of excess liquid to avoid a soggy batter.