Strawberry Citrus Loaf Recipe

This intensely flavorful Strawberry Citrus Loaf is incredibly easy to make and lasts for weeks in the refrigerator! A delightful twist on classic strawberry shortcake, it's also perfect toasted as croutons for summer salads. Adapted from Welch's "The Magic of Jelly," this recipe features a light and fluffy texture thanks to a clever baking powder addition. Get ready for a burst of citrus and strawberry goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 233.9 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Strawberry Citrus Loaf

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How to Make Strawberry Citrus Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in 1 cup strawberry spread (or jelly).
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  8. Stir in 1 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon orange zest.
  9. Divide batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
  10. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

79g

Fat

28g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Strawberry Citrus Loaf?

Strawberry Citrus Loaf takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Strawberry Citrus Loaf?

Strawberry Citrus Loaf has approximately 233.9 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Strawberry Citrus Loaf?

The key ingredients for Strawberry Citrus Loaf are Butter, Granulated Sugar, Eggs, Strawberry Jelly, All Purpose Flour, Cream Of Tartar. See the full list with measurements above.

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