Indulge in the delightful flavors of fresh strawberries and rich pound cake with this amazing Strawberry Pound Cake recipe. This moist and tender cake is infused with the sweet essence of strawberries and topped with a luscious strawberry glaze. Perfect for any occasion, this Strawberry Pound Cake will surely become a favorite dessert for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake has cooled, dust it with powdered sugar and serve.
- Enjoy your delectable Strawberry Pound Cake!
