Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring and summer with this irresistible Strawberry Pound Cake. This delightful dessert combines the sweet, juicy goodness of fresh strawberries with a moist and tender texture, thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt. Topped with a luscious strawberry glaze, this one-bowl cake is perfect for gatherings, picnics, or simply as a treat to enjoy at home. Its ease of preparation makes it an ideal choice for bakers of all skill levels. Whether served plain or dressed up with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, this Strawberry Pound Cake will surely impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup diced strawberries (about 1 1/4 cups whole)
- 1/2 cup smashed strawberries (about 1 cup whole)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and spray an 8 or 9-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, almond extract, and vegetable oil until smooth. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries and pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack.
- For the glaze, mix smashed strawberries with powdered sugar until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg