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If you’ve been searching for a recipe that’s simple enough for baking up on a whim, but delicious enough to impress, this Strawberry Cream Cheese Loaf is it. This loaf is rich, moist, and packed with bursts of fresh strawberries. Whether you indulge in a slice alongside your morning coffee or serve it as an after dinner dessert, it’s sure to become an instant favorite. We love a baked good with that kind of versatility! Let’s get into how it’s made…

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The batter starts out with an indulgent stick of butter and a full package of cream cheese. The creamy tang of the cream cheese really bumps up the flavor and creates a texture so tender it practically melts in your mouth (yum!). From there you’ll add in some regular pantry staples, two eggs, and a cup of milk. The final ingredient: the fresh strawberries! Make sure to dab the berries to remove excess moisture so they don’t sink or make the loaf soggy—the small step makes a big difference.

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Whether you’re gifting loaves to your friends or saving them both for yourself (no judgment here!), this recipe is sure to become a go-to in your baking rotation. It’s the perfect pick for a Valentine’s Day treat or addition to your Easter brunch. With a stunning recipe like this, you can’t go wrong. We Hope your family loves it as much as we do. Happy baking!

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Yield(s): Makes 2 loaves

10m prep time

50m cook time

4.7
Rated by 32 reviewers
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Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese (1 package), softened
  • ½ cup butter (1 stick), room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 ½ cups sliced fresh strawberries
Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375 and grease two 8.5x4.5-inch bread loaf pans.
  2. Slice strawberries into thin, bite-sized pieces and dab off any excess moisture with a paper towel. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter. Add sugar, eggs and vanilla, then beat until light and airy.
  4. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Once thoroughly combined, slowly add the dry ingredients and milk to the wet ingredients.
  5. Gently fold strawberry pieces into the batter.
  6. Transfer batter to the prepared loaf pans and bake for 50-60 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. I recommend covering the loaves with foil after 35-40 minutes to prevent the tops from over browning.
  7. Allow loaves to fully cool before slicing.

Recipe adapted from 12tomatoes.com