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Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake, an irresistible dessert that combines rich cream cheese with the freshness of strawberries. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party, picnic, or an afternoon treat. Each slice reveals layers of creamy strawberry filling and is topped with a glossy glaze that will impress your guests. Easy to make yet stunning in presentation, this cake is a must-try for anyone who loves sweet, fruity desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups cake flour, sifted
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves
  • 1 cup fresh chopped strawberries
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp strawberry puree or juice
  • 1 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Fresh halved strawberries (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
  4. Sift together cake flour and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until combined.
  5. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool cakes before assembly.
  6. For the filling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form; fold in cream cheese mixed with strawberry jam and fresh strawberries.
  7. Assemble the layers by spreading filling between cakes, then chill to set.
  8. Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar with strawberry puree; drizzle over chilled cake before garnishing with fresh strawberries.

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