Step 1

Grease and flour an 8-8 1/2 inch (20-22 centimeter) loaf pan. Pre heat oven to 350F (180C).

Step 2

In a large bowl beat mascarpone and sugar until creamy, then add the eggs one at a time and beat, add oil and beat to combine.  Add flour, beat then add baking powder and beat until smooth (1 minute), fold in chopped strawberries.

Step 3

Spoon into loaf pan and bake for approximately 45-55 minutes, test for doneness with a toothpick.  Let cool completely before frosting or dusting with powdered sugar.

Step 4

In a blender puree the strawberries and sugar then whisk in the cream cheese, combine until creamy, if you want a thinner frosting then add a little more strawberry puree or a little cream or milk.  Frost cooled Strawberry Bread.  Enjoy.