FAQs
1. Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes, but thaw them completely and drain well to avoid excess moisture.
2. Why did my pound cake sink?
This usually happens when the batter is overmixed or the oven temperature is too high or too low.
3. How do I store the cake?
Keep it covered at room temperature for 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
4. Can I freeze Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake?
Yes. Wrap slices tightly and freeze up to 2 months.
5. Why coat the strawberries in flour?
It keeps them from sinking and helps them stay suspended throughout the cake.
Conclusion
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake is a flavorful, moist, and rich dessert that brings together the sweetness of strawberries and the creamy smoothness of classic pound cake. Perfect for parties, holidays, or everyday indulgence, it’s the kind of recipe that becomes a family favorite instantly. Easy to prepare and impressive to serve, this cake delivers a bakery-quality taste right from your home kitchen.
Whenever you need a show-stopping dessert that’s comforting, fruity, and perfectly tender, this Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake will never disappoint.
For the Pound Cake Batter
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1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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3 cups granulated sugar
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6 large eggs, room temperature
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)
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1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for coating strawberries)
Optional Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons strawberry puree or milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Wash, dry, and finely chop the strawberries. Toss them with 2 tablespoons of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream the butter and cream cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until completely smooth and fluffy—about 3–5 minutes.
Step 3: Add the sugar
Slowly add the granulated sugar while mixing. Beat until the mixture becomes pale and creamy, creating a light, tender pound cake texture.
Step 4: Add the eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is well combined.
Step 5: Add dry ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6: Add the flavoring and strawberries
Stir in vanilla extract and almond extract. Fold in the floured strawberries gently to avoid turning the batter pink.
Step 7: Bake the cake
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a large bundt pan. Spread the batter evenly into the pan. Bake for 75–90 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool and glaze
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack. Cool completely before adding an optional strawberry glaze.
