Get all the flavors of spring in this delicious, easy-to-make Strawberry Lemon Yogurt Bread. For breakfast, dessert, or just a snack, it’s sure to be family favorite!
There’s just something about the combo of lemon and strawberry that feels like a bite of spring. It’s one of my go-to flavors when the weather starts to warm up. But let’s be honest, spring down here is about as quick as a hiccup. One minute it’s chilly and the next you’re sweating through your shirt.
That’s why I say don’t wait. Make this sweet, zesty bread whenever the craving strikes. It’s just as tasty in July as it is in April. And if fresh strawberries are out of season, grab some frozen ones. They work just fine. No matter the time of year, just make it. I think you’ll be glad you did.
Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?
I much prefer using fresh strawberries in this recipe. But you can definitely use frozen strawberries. Keep in mind that as frozen strawberries thaw, they release a lot of moisture. I recommend draining some of that moisture off the thawed strawberries.
One easy way to do this is to let the strawberries thaw. Then place them between a few sheets of paper towels and press them firmly to remove the excess moisture.
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Can I use regular yogurt in place of Greek yogurt?
Yes, you can use regular yogurt in place of Greek yogurt in this recipe, but there are a couple of things to keep in mind. Greek yogurt is thicker and has less moisture than regular yogurt, so if you swap it out, the batter may be a bit thinner, and the bread might take a little longer to bake. To help balance it out, you could strain the regular yogurt to remove some of the extra liquid. Either way, it’ll still be delicious, Just keep an eye on doneness.
Recipe Card
Strawberry Lemon Yogurt Bread
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (You can use plain, just add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract if you do)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup chopped strawberries (can use frozen, thawed and drained)
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine the 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, salt with a whisk. Set aside.
- In another medium bowl, combine the yogurt, sugar, applesauce, eggs, zest and lemon juice. If you are adding vanilla extract, add it here.
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, until well combined.
- In a small bowl, add the 1 tablespoon of flour and strawberries. Toss until well coated and then gently fold the strawberries into the batter. Don’t over mix.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Rest the bread for 10 minutes and then remove from pan. Allow to cool on a cooling rack.
For the glaze:
- Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and lemon zest. Add additional milk for a thinner glaze or additional sugar for a thicker glaze. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
* If nutritional values are provided, they are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used. The values do not include optional ingredients or when ingredients are added to taste. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, I recommend grabbing your favorite brands and plugging those ingredients into an online nutritional calculator.
Special thanks to my friend, Amanda over at Mommity, for sharing this recipe with me and allowing me to share it with you!
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