Strawberry Pineapple Pound Cake
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with our Strawberry Pineapple Pound Cake, a moist and fruity dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This delightful cake features a rich, buttery base enhanced by the sweet juiciness of fresh strawberries and tangy pineapple. Ideal for picnics, brunches, or just a sunny afternoon treat, this pound cake is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream or buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries (or thawed and drained frozen)
- ½ cup well-drained crushed pineapple
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease/flour a Bundt or loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream or buttermilk until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the strawberries and crushed pineapple with a rubber spatula.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and tap gently to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 60–75 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg