{"id":632,"date":"2026-01-12T19:27:27","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T19:27:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=632"},"modified":"2026-01-12T19:27:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T19:27:27","slug":"strawberry-swirl-loaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/12\/strawberry-swirl-loaf\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Swirl Loaf"},"content":{"rendered":"

Strawberry Swirl Loaf<\/strong><\/h1>\n

A soft, buttery vanilla loaf with a beautiful strawberry swirl running through every slice. This loaf is lightly sweet, moist, and perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert. Simple to make, stunning to serve, and absolutely irresistible!<\/p>\n

\u00a0Ingredients<\/h3>\n

For the loaf:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  • 1\u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n
  • \u00bc teaspoon salt<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n
  • \u00be cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup milk (or buttermilk for extra moisture)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the strawberry swirl:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    • \u00bd cup strawberry jam or preserves<\/li>\n
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, helps thicken if jam is runny)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \u00a0Instructions<\/h3>\n
        \n
      1. Preheat & Prep<\/strong>
        \nPreheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>. Grease and line a 9\u00d75-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.<\/li>\n
      2. Mix Dry Ingredients<\/strong>
        \nIn a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.<\/li>\n
      3. Cream Butter & Sugar<\/strong>
        \nIn a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2\u20133 minutes).<\/li>\n
      4. Add Eggs & Vanilla<\/strong>
        \nBeat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.<\/li>\n
      5. Combine Wet & Dry<\/strong>
        \nAdd the dry ingredients in batches, alternating with milk. Mix just until combined\u2014do not overmix.<\/li>\n
      6. Prepare Strawberry Swirl<\/strong>
        \nIf needed, mix strawberry jam with cornstarch until smooth.<\/li>\n
      7. Layer & Swirl<\/strong>
        \nPour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Spoon half the strawberry jam on top.
        \nAdd remaining batter, then top with remaining jam.
        \nUse a knife to gently swirl the jam through the batter.<\/li>\n
      8. Bake<\/strong>
        \nBake for 50\u201360 minutes<\/strong>, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.<\/li>\n
      9. Cool<\/strong>
        \nLet cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Serving Suggestions<\/h3>\n
          \n
        • Serve plain or dusted with powdered sugar<\/li>\n
        • Delicious with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream<\/li>\n
        • Perfect with tea or coffee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Tips<\/h3>\n
            \n
          • You can substitute strawberry jam with raspberry or mixed berry jam<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • For extra flavor, add lemon zest<\/strong> to the batter<\/li>\n
          • Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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