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This Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake is moist, rich, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. The cream cheese adds a tender, luscious texture, while the sweet strawberries give a bright, fruity twist. Perfect for dessert, tea time, or special occasions.
⏱ PREP TIME
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Prep: 20 minutes
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Bake: 50–60 minutes
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Total: ~1 hour 20 minutes
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Servings: 8–10
🍳 EQUIPMENT
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9×5-inch loaf pan
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Mixing bowls
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Electric mixer or whisk
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Spatula
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Measuring cups & spoons
🧾 INGREDIENTS
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
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1½ cups granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
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Optional: 1 tbsp flour (to toss strawberries to prevent sinking)
Optional glaze:
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tsp milk
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¼ tsp vanilla extract
📝 INGREDIENT NOTES
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Strawberries: Toss with a little flour to prevent sinking to the bottom of the cake.
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Cream cheese: Adds richness and tenderness.
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Butter & sugar: Creaming properly ensures a light, moist texture.
👩🍳 INSTRUCTIONS
1️⃣ Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F. Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2️⃣ Cream butter and cream cheese
In a large bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
3️⃣ Add eggs and vanilla
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
4️⃣ Combine dry ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold into wet mixture.
5️⃣ Add strawberries
Toss strawberries with 1 tbsp flour, then gently fold into batter.
6️⃣ Bake
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
7️⃣ Optional glaze
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over cooled cake.
8️⃣ Serve
Slice and enjoy with coffee, tea, or as a dessert.
🥗 NUTRITION FACTS (approx. per serving)
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Calories: ~350
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Protein: 5g
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Carbs: 40g
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Fat: 18g
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Fiber: 1g
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Sugar: 28g
⭐ TIPS FOR PERFECT STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE
✔ Use fresh, ripe strawberries for maximum flavor
✔ Cream butter and cream cheese thoroughly for tender crumb
✔ Toss strawberries in flour to prevent sinking
✔ Cool completely before glazing
✔ Slice with a serrated knife for neat slices
🔄 VARIATIONS
Chocolate Strawberry: Fold in ½ cup chocolate chips with strawberries.
Lemon Twist: Add 1 tsp lemon zest to batter for citrusy flavor.
Mini Loaves: Bake in mini loaf pans for individual servings.
Whipped Cream Topping: Serve with fresh whipped cream and strawberry slices.