Description

Indulge in our delightful Strawberry Pound Cake Recipe, a perfect blend of moist cake and luscious strawberry glaze. This easy-to-make dessert captures the essence of fresh strawberries, making it an ideal treat for birthdays, gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings at home. The vibrant color and glossy finish of the glaze elevate its presentation, ensuring it’s a showstopper on any table. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, even novice bakers can impress their guests with this flavorful treat.

Ingredients

Scale

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
2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
1 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
1 tsp pure lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Wash and hull the strawberries; chop half for the batter and reserve the other half.
Cream together butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In another bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually mix into wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
Fold in chopped strawberries; pour batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for about 70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
While baking, prepare the glaze by mixing reserved strawberry puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
Cool the cake before drizzling with the glaze.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 330
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using strawberry extract or red food coloring in the batter. Serve alongside whipped cream or fresh berries to enhance your dessert experience.