Ooo yes 😍 Strawberry Butter Bread—sweet, soft, and packed with fruity flavor. Think of it as a buttery, slightly jammy loaf that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack. Here’s a homemade version:
🍓 Strawberry Butter Bread
Ingredients (1 loaf)
For the bread:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the strawberry butter swirl:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup strawberry jam or preserves (smooth or slightly chunky)
Optional topping:
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Make the dough
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix into a soft dough.
- Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–2 hours until doubled.
2. Prepare the filling
- Mix softened butter with strawberry jam in a small bowl until combined.
3. Shape the loaf
- Roll dough into a rectangle (~12×8 inches).
- Spread strawberry butter mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll tightly into a log, then place in a greased loaf pan seam-side down.
4. Second rise
- Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes until slightly puffy.
5. Bake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake 30–35 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Optional: cover loosely with foil halfway if the top browns too quickly.
6. Cool & serve
- Let cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar before slicing, if desired.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Use room-temperature butter for easy spreading.
- Warm the jam slightly if it’s too thick to spread evenly.
- For extra flair, add chopped strawberries or white chocolate chips into the filling.
✨ Serving ideas:
- Toast slices and spread with more butter or cream cheese.
- Pair with coffee or tea for breakfast.
- Serve as a dessert with whipped cream or fresh berries.
If you want, I can give a quick “no-knead” version that’s ready in about 2 hours with the same strawberry-butter goodness.
