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Strawberry Pound Cake with Strawberry Glaze

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Strawberry Pound Cake with Strawberry Glaze is a delightful dessert that combines the rich, buttery essence of pound cake with the sweet freshness of strawberries. Perfect for any gathering or casual afternoon tea, this moist cake is both visually stunning and packed with flavor. The vibrant strawberry glaze adds an eye-catching finish, making it a show-stopper on your dessert table. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, this recipe is approachable for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy a slice warm or chilled, topped with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temp
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temp
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 1 tbsp flour (to toss with strawberries)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tbsp pureed strawberries (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A drop of pink food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 loaf pan or bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream.
  4. Toss chopped strawberries in flour before gently folding them into the batter.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For the glaze, blend strawberries into a puree and mix with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  7. Once cooled, drizzle glaze over the cake.

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