Creamy Strawberry Pound Cake

Creamy Strawberry Pound Cake

Indulge in this delightful creamy strawberry pound cake, perfect for any occasion with its soft texture and fresh strawberry flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup fresh strawberries

Method

1. Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (165°C). Prepare a fluted tube pan by greasing it and dusting it lightly with flour.
2. In a large bowl, blend softened butter with cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Gradually incorporate sugar into the mixture, beating until it becomes light and airy. Add vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs one by one, ensuring each is thoroughly combined before adding the next.
4. Stir in one cup of flour mixed with baking powder, ensuring it's well combined. Then, add the second cup of flour, mixing until the batter is smooth. Gently fold in the remaining flour to avoid overmixing.
5. Carefully add the fresh strawberries, stirring gently to distribute them throughout the batter without mashing them.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared fluted tube pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about an hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. After baking, let the cake cool in the pan for around 5 minutes. Use a knife to gently loosen the edges before inverting it onto a serving plate or cooling rack.
9. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and enjoying.