š Strawberry Cream Cheese Loaf: A Sweet and Velvety Delight š°
Few things bring as much joy as slicing into a freshly baked loaf, especially one that combines the bright sweetness of strawberries with the smooth decadence of cream cheese. Enter the Strawberry Cream Cheese Loafāa soft, moist, and velvety creation thatās perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with tea. With its marbled cream cheese ribbon and bursts of juicy strawberries, every bite is pure comfort and indulgence.
Letās take a delicious journey step by step to make this showstopping loaf at home.
š Why Youāll Love This Loaf
- Rich yet light: Cream cheese adds a subtle tang and creamy texture without making the loaf too heavy.
- Berry bliss: Chopped strawberries melt into the loaf, releasing natural juices and enhancing sweetness.
- Simple elegance: This loaf looks bakery-worthy but is surprisingly easy to make.
š Ingredients
For the Loaf Batter:
- 1Ā½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Ā½ teaspoon baking soda
- Ā¼ teaspoon salt
- Ā½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- Ā¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ā½ cup (120ml) sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped and lightly dusted with flour
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 200g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- Ā½ teaspoon vanilla extract
š©āš³ Step-by-Step Method
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
- Preheat the oven to 175Ā°C (350Ā°F).
- Grease a standard loaf pan (9×5 inches) and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Dust the chopped strawberries with 1 tablespoon of flour (this prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf).
Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Filling
In a medium bowl:
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla. Beat until creamy and lump-free.
- Set aside in the refrigerator while you prepare the batter.
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