Delight in this easy homemade fresh strawberry pound cake recipe that combines the rich flavors of vanilla and fresh strawberries in a moist, buttery cake. Perfect for any occasion!
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:70 minutes
Total Time:90 minutes
Yield:1 loaf 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the fresh strawberries.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake in preheated oven for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of almond extract.
Ensure your strawberries are ripe for the best flavor.