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Strawberry Pound Cake

Moist Strawberry Pound Cake with Greek Yogurt Delight

This Strawberry Pound Cake is a delightful dessert that is moist and tender, perfect for spring gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All Purpose Flour Gluten-free 1:1 blend can be used if needed.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the batter.
  • 3 large Eggs Provides binding.
  • 1 tsp Almond Extract Swap with vanilla or lemon.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 1 cup Diced Fresh Strawberries Ensure they're fresh.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Strawberries Provides a fruity topping.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Thickens the glaze.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8 or 9-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, eggs, almond extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced fresh strawberries using a spatula.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes.
  7. Remove the pound cake from the oven and let it rest in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  8. Transfer the loaf onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Combine crushed strawberries and powdered sugar to make the glaze.
  10. Once cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing and use fresh strawberries for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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