Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake is one of those desserts that feels like it belongs in a Southern grandmother’s kitchen—rich, velvety, and filled with sweet berry flavor. This cake takes the classic pound cake formula of butter, sugar, and eggs and elevates it with a generous amount of cream cheese, giving it unmatched softness and density. The strawberries add natural sweetness, a beautiful pop of color, and a fresh brightness that complements the richness of the batter.
Whether you’re hosting a brunch, celebrating a birthday, or simply craving something comforting and impressive, this Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake fits every moment. It slices perfectly, stays moist for days, and tastes even better the next morning with coffee or tea. The texture is dense yet tender, buttery yet light, with little bursts of juicy strawberry in every bite. It’s simple, homemade, and guaranteed to be one of the most-requested cakes in your kitchen.
This recipe is designed to be foolproof. With clear step-by-step instructions, everyday ingredients, and helpful notes, you’ll create a cake that looks bakery-perfect but feels completely homemade. Let’s get baking.
Ingredients:
For the Pound Cake Batter
1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
3 cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)
1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for coating strawberries)
Optional Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons strawberry puree or milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation:
Step 1: Prepare the strawberries
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.
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