Strawberry Buttermilk Pound Cake with Pink Glaze
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Buttermilk Pound Cake with Pink Glaze, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This moist and fluffy cake combines fresh strawberries with creamy buttermilk, creating a sweet treat that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Topped with a vibrant pink glaze made from pureed strawberries, this cake not only tantalizes your taste buds but also makes a stunning centerpiece for birthday parties, afternoon teas, or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup pureed fresh strawberries
- For the pink glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons strawberry puree
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a bundt or tube pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Combine buttermilk and pureed strawberries in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and strawberry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating between them until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 70-80 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake before drizzling it with pink glaze made by whisking powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg