Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of The Ultimate Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This rich and moist cake blends creamy, buttery flavors with freshly chopped strawberries, making it a crowd-pleaser at birthdays, brunches, or any sweet craving you may have. Topped with a luscious vanilla glaze and garnished with additional strawberries, this cake not only looks stunning but also offers a mouthwatering experience that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation make it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re serving it after dinner or enjoying a slice with coffee, this pound cake is sure to become a favorite recipe in your collection.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups unsalted butter
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese
2 ½ cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (finely chopped)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons strawberry puree (optional, for flavor and color)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
Gradually add granulated sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
Fold in finely chopped strawberries dusted with flour to prevent sinking.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 75 to 85 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool in pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla; drizzle over cooled cake.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 80 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
Calories: 375
Sugar: 31g
Sodium: 219mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 113mg