Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
✔ 2 cups all-purpose flour
✔ 1 tsp baking powder
✔ ½ tsp baking soda
✔ ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
✔ ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
✔ ¾ cup honey or maple syrup
✔ 2 large eggs
✔ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✔ ½ cup Greek yogurt
✔ 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
Optional Toppings:
✔ Powdered sugar for dusting
✔ Whipped cream or strawberry jam for serving
Instructions
1. Prep Your Ingredients & Equipment
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a heart-shaped cake pan or a standard loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- Dice 1 cup of fresh strawberries and pat them dry with a paper towel to prevent excess moisture.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
✅ 2 cups all-purpose flour
✅ 1 tsp baking powder
✅ ½ tsp baking soda
✅ ½ tsp salt - Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter & Sweetener
- In another bowl, beat together:
✅ ½ cup softened unsalted butter
✅ ¾ cup honey or maple syrup - Mix until smooth and fluffy.
4. Add the Wet Ingredients
- Beat in:
✅ 2 large eggs (one at a time)
✅ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✅ ½ cup Greek yogurt - Stir until fully combined.
5. Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula.
- Be careful not to overmix—this keeps the bread light and fluffy!
6. Fold in the Strawberries
- Gently mix in the diced strawberries until evenly distributed.
7. Bake to Perfection
- Pour the batter into the heart-shaped pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- If the top starts to brown too quickly, loosely cover it with foil in the last 10 minutes.
8. Cool & Serve
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Ingredient Swaps & Adjustments
- No Greek Yogurt? Substitute with sour cream or buttermilk for similar moisture.
- Dairy-Free? Use coconut oil instead of butter and almond yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
- Gluten-Free Option – Swap all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
- Extra Sweetness? Add ¼ cup of sugar or increase the honey.
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freezing: Wrap slices in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 15 seconds or toast lightly for a crispy edge.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min