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Strawberry Lemonade Pound Cake Recipe

Strawberry Lemonade Pound Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful combination of tangy lemon and sweet strawberries with this scrumptious Strawberry Lemonade Pound Cake. Moist and bursting with flavor, this cake is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Alternate additions: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  6. Fold in strawberries: Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
  7. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  9. Glaze the cake: Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
  10. Serve: Slice the cake and enjoy this delicious Strawberry Lemonade Pound Cake!

Notes

  • This cake is best served the day it is made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest in the glaze to suit your taste preferences.

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