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Homemade Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Homemade Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake
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Homemade Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake is a rich, moist dessert combining fresh strawberries and creamy cream cheese for a tender, flavorful treat. Perfect for any occasion, this cake balances sweetness and tanginess with a soft crumb and vibrant fruitiness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Soften cream cheese and butter to room temperature for smooth mixing. Wash, dry, and chop fresh strawberries into small pieces to distribute evenly in the batter.
  2. Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light, fluffy, and pale in color. This ensures a tender cake texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Stir in vanilla extract for warmth and aroma.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed to avoid overworking the batter.
  5. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold chopped strawberries into the batter with a spatula, distributing fruit evenly without breaking them up to keep the cake moist and colorful.
  6. Bake: Pour batter into a greased and floured loaf or bundt pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cake to cool before removing from pan.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter and better rise.
  • Mix just until combined to keep crumb light and prevent toughness.
  • Pat strawberries dry to prevent excess moisture and sogginess.
  • Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate baking temperature.
  • Cool cake completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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