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Strawberry Buttermilk Pound Cake with Pink Glaze

Strawberry Buttermilk Pound Cake with Pink Glaze

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Buttermilk Pound Cake with Pink Glaze, a treat that brings joy to any occasion. This moist cake combines the sweet-tart essence of fresh strawberries with the rich creaminess of buttermilk, resulting in a tender dessert that everyone will love. The stunning pink glaze adds an elegant finishing touch, making it perfect for birthdays, picnics, or a cozy afternoon tea. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all levels.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup pureed fresh strawberries (about 1 cup strawberries, hulled and mashed)
  • A few drops of pink food coloring (optional, for extra color)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons fresh strawberry puree (strained to remove seeds if preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a bundt or tube pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
  4. Mix buttermilk with strawberry puree in another bowl.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients and buttermilk mixture to butter mixture until just combined; fold in optional pink food coloring.
  6. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 70-80 minutes or until done.
  7. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice.
  8. Drizzle glaze over cooled cake before serving.

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