Description
A rich and moist pound cake bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, perfect for dessert or teatime.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (to coat strawberries)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
- Toss the chopped strawberries with 1 tablespoon of flour, then gently fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure a tender crumb.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg