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The Ultimate Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake for Any Occasion

The Ultimate Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake for Any Occasion

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Indulge in The Ultimate Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake for Any Occasion, a moist and flavorful dessert that perfectly blends rich cream cheese with the sweetness of fresh strawberries. This luscious cake is simple to prepare, making it ideal for any gathering—be it a festive brunch, a birthday celebration, or simply a sweet treat at home. With its soft and tender texture, adorned with a delightful fruity glaze, every slice promises to be irresistible. Not only does it taste divine, but its vibrant appearance also adds an elegant touch to your dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped and lightly dusted with 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry puree (optional, for flavor and color)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in chopped strawberries dusted with flour.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 75 to 85 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow cooling before inverting onto a wire rack. Drizzle with glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and optional strawberry puree.

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