Strawberry Banana Bread

5 from 185 votes

This easy Strawberry Banana Bread recipe is made with greek yogurt instead of oil or butter. It's loaded with fresh strawberries and easy to prep and bake!

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This Strawberry Banana Bread is a great quick bread recipe made without any oil or butter and a moderate amount of sugar. It’s like your favorite moist, rich banana bread, but loaded with fresh strawberries! I make it using Greek yogurt instead of oil, so it gives the strawberry banana bread moisture without the extra oil.

Plate of slices of strawberry banana bread with fresh strawberries on the side
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If you’re in the mood for a little twist on banana bread, this strawberry banana bread is a great one to try! It’s very quick to put together, easy to prepare by hand without needing any mixer, and makes for a great treat that’s only about 125 calories per slice!

Well I had some bananas going bad so I decided to make banana bread. I made my secret recipe & then decided to make something different. I found this one. It was very soft and moist. I added ¼ cup of flax just because I love it and to fill up. Loved the recipe and will probably make it again.Voula

Recipe at a Glance

Cuisine Inspiration: American

Primary Cooking Method: Baking

Dietary Info: Vegetarian

Key Flavor: Strawberries and bananas

Skill Level: Easy

Summary

  • Easy to Make: This is a basic banana bread with just a touch of tweaking to transform it into a strawberry banana bread.
  • A Better-For-You Option: Using Greek yogurt in place of butter and oil eliminates saturated fat from this bread. Greek yogurt also packs a punch of protein, as well! 
  • Basic Ingredients: This recipe uses simple, basic ingredients you can find in your kitchen and at any grocery store. 
  • Versatile: This strawberry banana bread is an excellent sweet breakfast or brunch item, afternoon snack, or dessert. 
  • Customizable: You can add other common banana bread ingredients like berries, baking chips, and various nuts to create your very own twist on this easy banana bread recipe. 

Ingredients for Strawberry Banana Bread

  • Mashed Banana: Bananas add natural sweetness, moisture, and the classic flavor we all love in banana bread. It’s also an excellent source of potassium. 
  • All-Purpose Flour: All-purpose flour is the most common base for almost any baked good, especially quick bread. 
  • Cinnamon: Adds the signature earthy, slightly spicy flavor that you find in almost every banana bread recipe. 
  • Baking Soda and Powder: Because of the extra density of the Greek yogurt, baking soda and baking powder are used in conjunction with one another to ensure proper rise for the bread. 
  • Salt: Salt balances and enhances the sweet flavors in the bread. 
  • Eggs: Eggs add moisture, structure, and stability to the batter, ensuring that it rises properly and has a moist interior. 
  • Granulated Sugar: Sugar is sweet, and banana bread should be at least a little sweet! 
  • Greek Yogurt: Greek yogurt adds a slight tang to baked goods, makes them incredibly moist, and in this case, replaces oil and butter, eliminating their saturated fats. 
  • Fresh Strawberries: Strawberries add a bright, naturally sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the banana. 
  • Chopped Walnuts: The classic banana bread nut, walnuts add a rich, earthy flavor and crunch to the banana bread.
  • Swap Out the Greek Yogurt: You can use sour cream or a neutral-flavored oil in a 1:1 ratio for this recipe. 
  • Make it Gluten-Free: Use an all-purpose gluten-free flour mix in place of all-purpose flour to make this recipe gluten-free. It should be a mix, not pure almond or coconut flour. 
  • Try Different Nuts: Walnuts are the classic banana nut addition, but you can also try almonds, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, or cashews for different flavor profiles. 
  • Try Other Fruity Options: Banana bread is delicious with your favorite berries, raisins, dried cranberries, or even lemon. 
  • Glaze Your Banana Bread: Make a simple glaze with milk and powdered sugar for more flavor and sweetness. You can even make your glaze with plant-based milk! 
  • Make Them Muffins: If you want muffins, just pour the batter into a prepared muffin tin and bake. Keep an eye on them for doneness, as they’ll cook faster than bread does. 
  • Reduce the sugar: You can reduce the sugar by half. You can also eliminate the sugar altogether for banana bread with a hint of all-natural sweetness.
  • Use Fresh or Frozen Strawberries: If strawberries aren’t in season, simply use frozen strawberries. The bread is just as delicious!

How to Make Strawberry Banana Bread

Mix the dry ingredients together: Flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Process shots showing the dry ingredients before and after mixing

Mix the wet ingredients together: eggs, sugar, Greek yogurt and mashed bananas. You can substitute the Greek yogurt for oil or for sour cream. You can also reduce the sugar to ¼ cup or omit it all together.

Process shots showing the wet ingredients before and after mixing

Now the process for this strawberry banana bread is similar to all quick bread recipes.

  1. Transfer the dry ingredients on top of the wet ingredients.
  2. Mix the ingredients together until well blended, but be careful not to over-mix.
  3. Add the chopped strawberries and walnuts on top. It helps if you can toss the strawberries in flour to avoid them sinking to the bottom of the batter, but it’s not necessary.
  4. Fold the strawberries and walnuts into the battery gently and transfer it to a greased loaf pan or one lined with parchment paper. Then bake in the preheated oven for about one hour.
Process shots showing the dry and wet ingredients getting mixed, then adding strawberries and walnuts

You’ll know it’s done baking when the banana bread starts to pull away from the loaf pan and the top is golden brown. The ultimate test is to stick a toothpick in the center of the bread to see if it comes out clean. Allow the bread to rest for at least 10 minutes before removing it from the loaf pan. Then slice it up and enjoy!

What the bread looks like after baking

This was super delicious and moist bread. I didn’t have white sugar so I used brown sugar, even sprinkled some on top before baking gave a crunchy top.Mary

Tips for Making the Best Strawberry Banana Bread

  1. Toss the strawberries in flour: Tossing your strawberrie slices in flour before folding them into the batter will prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf as it bakes. 
  2. Add more flour if you use frozen strawberries: If you use frozen strawberries, add 1 to 2 extra tablespoons of flour to compensate for the extra moisture. 
  3. Tent the banana bread: Banana bread usually takes between 50 and 60 minutes to bake. However, the top of the bread can often get too browned by the time it’s finished. To avoid this, simply tent the bread with foil in the last 10 minutes of baking if it looks like it will become too brown. 
  4. The toothpick test is best: Use a toothpick to test for doneness rather than relying solely on how the bread looks. If a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean, your banana bread is ready. 
  5. Don’t overmix your batter: This can’t be stressed enough. Mix your batter until just combined and no further. Overmixing the batter creates excess gluten which will make it too dense.

What to Serve with Strawberry Banana Bread 

The versatility of banana bread is highlighted by what you can pair with it. You can serve it with a variety of options for breakfast, bruch, or a snack. 

How to Store Strawberry Banana Bread

When your bread has cooled to room temperature, place it in an air-tight container. It will last for up to 4 days on the counter. 

How long will Greek yogurt strawberry banana bread last in the fridge? 

Banana bread will last for up to a week in the refrigerator. Be sure to store it in an air-tight container for maximum freshness and to prevent flavor cross-contamination. 

Can I freeze Greek yogurt banana bread? 

This banana bread freezes very well! Wrap the entire loaf in a double layer of plastic wrap and a layer of foil, or place individually wrapped slices in an air-tight, freezer-safe container. In both cases, the bread will last for up to 3 months. Then, just thaw overnight in the fridge or a few hours at room temperature and enjoy. 

Frequently asked questions

How do you know when the bread is baked?

The strawberry banana bread will take around 50-60 minutes to make, and it’s best to check for doneness at around 50 minutes. The loaf will be golden brown in color and when a toothpick is inserted near the center comes out clean.

Why is my banana bread so dense?

Banana bread is naturally denser than regular bread, but it should still have a bit of lightness to it. If your banana bread has too much liquid, it can become dense and mushy while it bakes. This is especially important to keep in mind if you use frozen fruit in your banana bread.

Why is my banana bread gummy?

Like overly-dense bread, gummy banana bread can be the result of too much liquid in the batter. However, there’s another culprit you might not think of – cutting the bread while it’s too warm. Banana bread should be cooled to room temperature before slicing it to avoid a gummy texture.

Final strawberry banana bread sliced on a plate

This is such a great strawberry banana bread recipe that you can make for your friends and family to enjoy as a snack, for dessert or even from breakfast with a glass of milk. It’s moist, sweet and easy to prepare and everyone’s going to love it!

If you are a big fan of strawberries, be sure to check out my 2-Ingredient Strawberry Sauce and Strawberry Parfait recipes!

More quick bread recipes:

A simple twist on traditional banana bread, this Low-fat Strawberry Banana Bread is made without any butter or oil - low in fat, high in taste!

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This Strawberry Banana Bread was originally published on October 15, 2016. I’ve updated the recipe slightly and re-sharing it with more step-by-step photos and a video tutorial. Here’s the original photo!

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Strawberry Banana Bread

This easy Strawberry Banana Bread recipe is made with greek yogurt instead of oil or butter. It's loaded with fresh strawberries and easy to prep and bake!
5 from 185 votes
Servings 12 Servings
Course Dessert
Calories 124
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

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Ingredients
  

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F, and line a loaf pan with parchment paper overhanging on the sides.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Whisk together until well combined; set aside.
  • In another large bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients including the eggs, sugar, Greek yogurt, and mashed banana until well combined. Gently fold in the diced strawberries and walnuts.
  • Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir gently. Do not overmix.
  • Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly, and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to get too brown, cover it with a sheet of aluminum foil after 35 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, and let it cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can freeze the bread for up to 3 months. Just thaw overnight in the fridge and bring to room temperature before serving.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However here are some common substitutes that would work well in this recipe.
  • Instead of greek yogurt, you can use sour cream or a neutral oil using a 1:1 substitution.
  • I tested this recipe with a whole wheat white flour, but it will work with any other all purpose flours.
  • To make this gluten-free, use an all-purpose gluten-free flour mix. Do not substitute only almond flour or only coconut flour.
  • Replace cane sugar with other types of granulated sugar, reduce it or you can skip it all together.

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcal, Carbohydrates: 26g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 27mg, Sodium: 107mg, Potassium: 134mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 11g, Vitamin A: 52IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 22mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Cuisine American
Course: Dessert

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  1. do you think this would work well with oat flour? i find oat flour makes for really good banana bread, but i always use recipes that specify for it

    1. Hi! I have not tried this with oat flour. I think you could try swapping some of the all purpose flour for oat flour, but I’m not sure all oat flour would work well as written.

  2. I made the strawberry banana bread in 3 small loaf pans. I probably should call my bread raspberry banana bread. Raspberries are what I had in my freezer, and I also used only half of what it called for, for the sugar. I may have baked it too long. because I would have liked it a little moister. I only baked it for 45 min.. It tasted awesome.

    1. Sure, you can turn the bread into muffins. I haven’t tried it with this recipe, but I belive it would be similar in time to my banana bread muffins. Just make sure you do keep an eye on them towards the end of cooking.

  3. I enjoyed using your recipe!
    Questions:
    Why do you use both baking soda and powder? What’s the difference if I use both and is there a difference if I just use 1 teaspoon of baking soda?

    1. Because of the greek yogurt in this recipe instead of oil, the baking soda will help react with the acid in the yogurt. But the baking powder will help lift the bread. You can use just baking soda, but the bread won’t rise as much.

  4. This was super delicious and moist bread. I didn’t have white sugar so I used brown sugar, even sprinkled some on top before baking gave a crunchy top.

  5. Well I had some bananas going bad so I decided to make banana bread. I made my secret recipe & then decided to make something different. I found this one. It was very soft and moist. I added 1/4 cup of flax just because I love it and to fill up. Loved the recipe and will probably make it again.

    1. Hey! It’s for one of the twelve slices. The weight of the banana bread will vary each time, so I recommend weighing the entire loaf once it’s done cooking and then dividing that value by 12 to get the grams for one serving.

  6. Could I use fat free Greek yogurt?

    I have been subbing whole wheat flour for AP and am wondering if in addition to the yogurt if adding a teaspoon of olive oil would ensure moistness (since I know WW flour is a bit drier)

    Thanks so much; can’t wait to try this!

    1. It should still work with fat free Greek yogurt, but I haven’t tested it in this recipe yet. I think the oil will definitely help!

  7. We went strawberry picking and had an overabundance of strawberries. This recipe put them to good use! It was quick and easy with simple ingredients. I made two batches, one into a loaf and the other into muffins. I plan to freeze the muffins for quick breakfast/snack. The bread turned out amazing! The consistency is great! Perfect recipe for strawberry season! Kid approved!

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  9. Thank you so much for the recipe. I used oat flour instead of all-purpose flour. It was delicious!

  10. This bread is delicious. I didn’t have any yogurt so I had to use olive oil instead. It’s a very moist bread with a bit of sweetness and smells so delicious when baking. I will definitely be making this again.

  11. Tried this with subbing sour cream. To die for. Will do with blueberries next. Thank you for an exotic banana bread.

  12. DIVINE!! I absolutely loveeee this recipe! Hubby and toddler approved, and I’ve passed it on to family and friends. Can’t wait to dive into it every morning this week 🙂

    I did change one thing and used an 8×8 pan and did 45 min cooking time with an additional 5 mins of foil tenting at the end. This made a beautiful cake-like consistency! Highly recommend that method!

  13. Delicious recipe, have made a few times during COVID. My only comment is to make sure you know what size loaf pan to use!

  14. Hello Yumna!!!!!!I just had a quick question if you can use whole wheat flour instead of all purpose and if you can use chopped pecans instead of walnuts and I didn’t really want to go to the grocery store LOL thank you so much!!!!!!

    1. Sorry for the late reply! Sure you can use whole wheat flour and chopped pecans are perfect instead of walnuts. Did you like it?

  15. This recipe is delicious! I swapped out the regular flour for Coles branded gluten free flour (1:1) and it has turned out perfectly.

  16. Such a beautiful recipe! Being in lock down in Melbourne, Australia this recipe has been a godsend! My new go-to! Absolutely love it! Now to wait for some more overripe bananas..

  17. so delicious! did it without the strawberries and replaced greek yogurt with regular yogurt (laban). so moist and fluffy!

  18. Hello, I am a Type 2 Diabetic, would this recipe (with sugar/sweetner removed or replaced) qualify for Low Glycemic Index?

    1. I’m not really sure what exactly qualifies as low GI as I think it may differ based on each individual. I would check with your doctor and recalculate and then maybe you can skip the sugar but have a smaller slice if needed.

  19. Thanks for the reply. The bread turned out delicious. I baked it in the loaf tray . I will next time bake it in muffin or cake pan per the minutes . Do I still keep it at the same temperature for both? PS love your tips for the recipes they really do help out .

  20. Yes you can, and you can lower the time in a cake pan to 40 minutes or 25 minutes in a muffin tray, but definitely check up on them around those times.

  21. I’m about to create this but wanted to know if I can use coconut milk yogurt rather than Greek yogurt? Would this still work? Thank you!

  22. Had a bumper crop of strawberries in my little organic garden…stumbled upon this recipe, made it this morning and…WOW!! Absolutely delicious. Thank you!

  23. I tried this recipe and we loved the product and the clearness of the recipe. The recipe is accurately detailed and I recommend to exactly follow the measures of this recipe. The banana bread comes out moist, flavorful and it is healthy too. I definitely recommend you making it.

  24. Just made this & it’s in the oven now! Swapped out the walnuts & plain Greek yogurt for pecans & strawberry Greek yogurt! & added half a tsp of Mexican vanilla! 😄

  25. I seen a post of this Strawberry Banana bread a while ago and saved it with an intention to make one day. Since we’re in lockdown in my home country, I guessed that was the perfect time to make. It turned out amazing! Not too sweet at all (which I like), texture is perfect and the crunchiness of the walnuts makes it more enjoyable 😋👌🏻!

  26. Just made this using whole wheat flour and no sugar. The sweetness of the banana and the strawberries was more than enough. I loved it and it´s great as an easy breakfast that can be prepped ahead of time! Thank you for all the great and easy to make ideas! 🙂

  27. Just made this and my toddler ate it up!!! We loved it and smells amazing. Yet again, your page is one I have stumbled upon recently and have been devouring it (pun intended) and loving everything I’ve made. Thank you for the healthy, easy and delicious recipes you share.

  28. Such an easy and delicious treat! Have you ever tried substituting the sugar for honey or maple syrup?

    1. Thank you so much! I haven’t tried that, but I bet it would still work out well. You might just need to decrease the quantity so it’s not too wet.

  29. Hey love your recipes and just tried your banana bread it turned out great…?
    Thank you for all the yummy food you share…

  30. Hi from Peru!! Thank you for sharing this recipe! I tried it with white whole wheat flour and absolutely loved it!

  31. In love with this recipe! So easy to do so delicious and light ? my family cant wait for it to bake cuz it smells so goooood. Special thanks to my fav and cutest foodie ♥️

  32. Have made this several times, comes out amazing each time! I added raspberries instead of strawberries and the flavor was amazing!

  33. This recipe is sooooo good. And I love that you give us alternatives for the ingredients. Your recipes are soooo good and easy to make. And I must say you inspire me so much to work in the kitchen and serve food with love to my love ones.

  34. Moist and rich with banana flavor.Addicting and simple to make. Made it today and will definitely be a repeat next week.
    Love it.

  35. Just pulled this strawberry banana bread out of the oven. I made this with my 3/5 year old son to entertain him in quarantine & we all loved it. It had a nice crispy crust and it was soft and chewy on the inside. It wasn’t too sweet, which is perfect. Will definitely be making it again. Thanks

  36. I just finished the last slice of the strawberry banana bread this morning and it was an absolute HIT! So easy to make and so delish! You’ve been inspiring me to step out of the box with cooking during this quarantine so thank you for that!

  37. This was very good and easy to make for a novel baker like myself. I substituted the white flour for almond flour and white sugar for coconut sugar. Turned out delicious! Even my fiancé loved it!

  38. My 14 yr old daughter has been baking daily since her school is closed due to COVID-19. I asked her to make this for me a few days ago instead of her regular “unhealthy” banana bread. This was so much more moist and delicious with a lot less calories. She’s made several more since then for my family and employees and it’s a hit with everyone! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! She’ll be baking me both the Low-fat Chocolate Cinnamon and the Low-fat Chocolate Coconut one when the bananas are ripe enough. Can’t wait!!!

    1. Yay! So glad to hear she’s made it a few times. Thank you so much for sharing!! And I can’t wait to hear what she thinks of those other ones too. Thank you!!

  39. THE BEST twist on banana bread I’ve come across. This recipe was so easy to make! The whole house smelled amazing while it was baking and it tasted even better! The bread was perfectly browned on top and soft on the inside. It presents beautifully with the strawberries on top and is a real showstopper on the table! (It’s worth noting I used gluten-free flour and it came out perfectly.)

    1. Aww thank you so much for the sweet comment and so glad you enjoyed it!! That’s great it worked with gluten-free flour! 🙂

  40. I made this when I was lazy and craving sweets, it was so amazing!! I never thought strawberries would be so delicious in bread!! Thank you!!

  41. Absolutely loved this recipe!! Turned out perfect, and very moist due to the Greek yogurt. And it looks beautiful too.
    Everyone I share it with asks for the recipe!
    Thank you so much!!

  42. Thank you for the banana strawberry recipe! I didn’t have walnuts and strawberries so I used frozen cranberries and doubled the recipe for a bunt cake it was a hit! Plus thank you for all your recipes I will get around to others soon lol ?Hope you and your family are doing well❤️

  43. It was delicious! Had to add some blueberries since we didn’t have enough strawberries (because quarentine). Still an amazing recipe!! Super easy to make, I had almost all the ingredients at hand and was able to use the bananas that no one wanted to eat and other wise would go to waste.
    Thank you! ?

  44. Tasty!!! I loved this recipe. I made my own strawberry banana bread adding blueberries on it and it was delicious. My family also loved it. Easy and yummy. I recommend you to try it!
    Greetings from Barcelona, Spain.

  45. I made this recipe last night. Such an easy recipe. I used brown sugar, frozen strawberries and used butter instead of greek yogurt because i did not have any. You could also use oil instead of the yogurt, but I’m trying to save mine because of the quarantine. Other than that, it came out delicious! Will do this again with greek yogurt once I get my hands on it. Lol Thank you!

  46. Amazing recipe!! I’ve already been asked to share it with four people after I posted a picture of it. I added some chocolate chips on top, so delicious ?

  47. I loved this recipe! It’s easy to make, you’ll probably have all the ingredients in your home. Taste is amazing. I didn’t have yogurt and switched up for almond oil, tastes good. Give it a try! Love it!

    1. So glad you liked it so much. I agree, it’s a great recipe with pantry staples and you can use frozen strawberries. Thank you so much for the feedback 🙂

  48. I made my own banana bread but with apples cause I didn’t have any strawberries. It tasted great! And it’s so easy to make

  49. This looks sooooo good can’t wait to try it . Can i use low GI sugar from palatinose instead of granulated sugar? And what would be the ratio please ? Thank you

  50. Love love love!!!??? it’s currently in the oven for the second time this week!? A perfect treat for a little sweet craving, but without all of the guilt. This time, I used 1/4c of organic coconut palm sugar, and sprinkled in a tad of a flax/chia seed mix into the wet mixture as well. I hope it turns out just as good!

    I prefer eating it warm with a scoop of pb/choc chip coconut milk ice cream and a dollop of peanut butter!

    1. Oh nice! So glad you made it twice already…love your recommendations for you tweaked it and how you’re serving it!!

  51. This is such an easy recipe. I tried it with blueberry instead of strawberry and it turned out perfect. Crispy on the edges and super moist and soft inside. Healthy and delicious!

  52. It’s such a great recipe, so tasty ?. I swapped half the flour with whole wheat flour, and skipped the sugar completely, and it was still so good ?

    1. Thanks for sharing those swaps! That’s really useful for others to know. So glad you liked the recipe! 🙂

  53. I love cakes ?,This recipe is very simple And easy to make and it came up very well,me and my wife loved it..
    Who ever read this post I would recommend you to try it if you love cakes ?..
    Thank you YUMNA JAWAD,waiting for another cake recipe ?

  54. The recipe was easy to follow. This was my first time making banana bread with yogurt instead of butter or oil, it was absolutely perfect and moist! Everyone at home loved it, thank you!

    1. I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave feedback. I appreciate it!!

  55. I’ve made it today and it was soooooo delicious and easy! thanks a lot for the recipe!
    I added a little bit more strawberries and walnuts too and it turned out good.

  56. This was so easy to make and a great twist on your typical banana bread. I used fresh strawberries and I used coconut flour for those that are gluten free and it was delicious!

    1. That’s really great that you used coconut flour and the recipe still worked out well! Thank you for sharing!!