Description
A deliciously moist pound cake infused with the bright flavors of fresh strawberries and tangy lemonade, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
- 1 cup Strawberries (chopped and fresh)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, alternating with the lemon juice and milk.
- Stir in the lemon zest and chopped strawberries until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 1
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 70
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