Strawberry pound cake

Here’s a recipe for a delicious Strawberry Pound Cake:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
• Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or a bundt pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
6. Gently fold in the diced strawberries, being careful not to crush them too much.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf or bundt pan, spreading it evenly.

1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The baking time may vary, so keep an eye on the cake and adjust accordingly.
2. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Optional: Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
4. Slice and serve the Strawberry Pound Cake on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

Note: Make sure the strawberries are fresh and ripe for the best flavor. You can adjust the amount of strawberries according to your preference.