Description

Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Buttermilk Pound Cake with Pink Glaze, a dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This moist pound cake, infused with ripe strawberries and finished with a vibrant pink glaze, is perfect for any occasion—from casual gatherings to special celebrations. Its rich, tangy flavor harmonizes beautifully with the sweet glaze, making it not only a treat for the taste buds but also a visually stunning addition to your dessert table. Whether served plain, topped with fresh berries, or enjoyed alongside a scoop of ice cream, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup pureed fresh strawberries (about 1 cup strawberries, hulled and mashed)
A few drops of pink food coloring (optional)
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons fresh strawberry puree (strained to remove seeds if preferred)
1 teaspoon lemon juice

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325F (163C) and grease a bundt or tube pan.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, followed by vanilla extract.
Mix buttermilk and strawberry puree in another bowl.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended; fold in optional food coloring.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 70-80 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool for 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with strawberry puree and lemon juice; drizzle over cooled cake.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 75 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 90mg