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Homemade Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Rich, buttery, and creamy strawberry cream cheese pound cake that brings a nostalgic and comforting dessert to your table, perfect for any occasion or a sweet treat with coffee.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pound Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries finely chopped
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk adjust for desired consistency
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Large bowl
  • Spatula
  • Mixer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a bundt pan thoroughly for easy release.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Step 3: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition for a smooth batter.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture and mix gently until just combined.
  5. Step 5: Fold in vanilla extract and finely chopped strawberries carefully to evenly distribute without crushing.
  6. Step 6: Pour batter into prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 75 to 90 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
  8. Step 8: Let cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Step 9: While cake cools, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
  10. Step 10: Drizzle glaze over completely cooled cake and let it set before slicing and serving.

Notes

Substitute blueberries or raspberries for strawberries if not in season. Try lemon glaze or cream cheese frosting for variation. Add chopped nuts like pecans or almonds for crunch. Ensure ingredients are room temperature for best results. Store wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate up to a week. Freeze without glaze for up to 3 months.