Making strawberry bread in an air fryer is a delightful and relatively easy process. Here’s a recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Pan:
- Grease a loaf pan that fits your air fryer basket. You can use silicone or metal pans designed for air fryers.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Sour Cream:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in Strawberries:
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Transfer to Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Air Fry:
- Place the loaf pan in the preheated air fryer. Cook at 320°F (160°C) for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the strawberry bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Tips:
- Check the bread halfway through cooking. If the top is browning too quickly, you can cover it with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
- Make sure the strawberries are well-dried before folding them into the batter to avoid adding extra moisture.
- Experiment with adding other flavors, such as a bit of lemon zest for a citrusy kick.
Enjoy your homemade strawberry bread!
Notes:
- Pan Size:
- Ensure your loaf pan fits comfortably in your air fryer basket. You can use a silicone or metal pan that is suitable for air fryer use.
- Preheating:
- Preheating the air fryer is essential to ensure even cooking. Preheat for about 5 minutes at the required temperature.
- Strawberry Preparation:
- Wash, hull, and chop the strawberries. Pat them dry to remove excess moisture, which can affect the bread’s texture.
- Batter Consistency:
- Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added. Overmixing can result in dense bread.
- Air Flow:
- Ensure there is enough space around the pan in the air fryer for air to circulate. This ensures even cooking.
- Checking Doneness:
- Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread. If it comes out clean, the bread is done. If it has wet batter on it, cook for a few more minutes and check again.
- Covering the Bread:
- If the top of the bread is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning while the inside continues to cook.
- Cooling:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing it. This helps the bread set and makes it easier to remove from the pan.
- Storage:
- Store the cooled strawberry bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.
- Variations:
- You can add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter for a citrus flavor.
- Add a handful of chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
By following these notes, you’ll have a better chance of achieving delicious and perfectly cooked strawberry bread in your air fryer.
