Introduction
If you’re a fan of both pound cake and strawberry shortcake, then you’re in for a real treat with this recipe. This strawberry shortcake pound cake combines the best of both worlds, creating a dessert that’s both rich and flavorful. It’s the perfect dessert to serve at a party or to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
To make this delicious dessert, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk, room temperature
- 1 pound strawberries, washed, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Whipped cream
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch loaf pan and set aside. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. 3. In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. 4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. 5. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. 6. Gradually add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. 7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. 8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. 9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely. 10. While the cake is cooling, mix the sliced strawberries with the sugar and set aside. 11. Once the cake is completely cool, slice it into pieces and serve with the strawberries and whipped cream.
Nutrition
This recipe makes eight servings. Each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 362
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 99mg
- Sodium: 105mg
- Potassium: 191mg
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 35g
- Protein: 5g
Conclusion
This strawberry shortcake pound cake is a delicious dessert that’s sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth. With its rich and buttery pound cake base and sweet, juicy strawberries, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion. So why not give this recipe a try and see for yourself how delicious it can be?
