Strawnana Bread
A moist, flavorful banana and strawberry bread infused with orange zest and warm spices, perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, appealing to fruit lovers and baking enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine eggs, sugar, strawberries, bananas, orange rind, and oil in a mixing bowl.
- Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir just until moistened.
- Stir in chopped walnuts.
- Pour batter into two greased 5 x 9-inch loaf pans.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tips & Substitutions
For a moister bread, ensure your bananas are very ripe. You can substitute half of the vegetable oil with applesauce for a healthier option. If you don't have walnuts, pecans or chocolate chips work as excellent substitutes. For an extra flavor kick, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract. This recipe is also adaptable for gluten-free diets by using a gluten-free flour blend.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slices of strawnana bread warm or at room temperature, and consider pairing it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. It also pairs beautifully with Basic Potato Salad for a delightful brunch spread. For a fun twist, try toasting the bread and spreading cream cheese on top.
Storage & Reheating
Allow the strawnana bread to cool completely before storing. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or place it in an airtight container. It can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week. To reheat, slice and warm in the toaster or oven until just heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Strawnana Bread contains roughly 1455 calories, with 23g protein, 234g carbohydrates, and 53g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (120% of the Daily Value), iron (50% of the Daily Value), and protein (46% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 3000mg per serving (130% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with leftover bread?
Leftover strawnana bread can be sliced and used for French toast or bread pudding. You can also freeze individual slices for a quick breakfast or snack; just wrap them well and thaw as needed.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).