Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of this Strawberry Pound Cake Recipe, where the vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries takes center stage. This moist and luscious cake is beautifully topped with a sweet strawberry glaze, making it an ideal choice for birthdays, picnics, or simply satisfying your dessert cravings. The unique combination of strawberry puree and extracts provides a depth of flavor that will impress your guests. With easy preparation and the option to customize sweetness levels, this cake is perfect for bakers at any level.

Ingredients

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1 pint fresh strawberries
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
3 cups granulated sugar
5 large eggs (room temperature)
3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp strawberry extract (optional)
1/2 tsp red food coloring (optional)
2 tbsp strawberry puree (reserved from the cake)
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp pure lemon juice or lime juice

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Blend washed strawberries into a smooth puree; set aside some for the glaze.
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in eggs one at a time.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk until just combined.
Stir in vanilla extract and strawberry puree; pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for about 70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool before glazing with the mixture of powdered sugar, reserved strawberry puree, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 335
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 95mg