This Strawberry Glazed Pound Cake is moist, buttery, and filled with fresh strawberries, topped with a sweet homemade strawberry glaze. Easy to make, perfect for spring and summer desserts, brunch, or gifting. Includes step-by-step instructions, tips, and variations.
Introduction
Few desserts capture the taste of spring and early summer like a freshly baked Strawberry Glazed Pound Cake. With its soft crumb, bright strawberry bursts, and glossy pink glaze, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether served with a cup of coffee, as a light afternoon treat, or sliced at a family gathering, this recipe always impresses.
Made with simple ingredients and real strawberries—no artificial flavors—this loaf delivers a perfectly balanced sweetness and a natural fruity aroma. The glaze adds an extra layer of silky richness that melts into the warm cake, making every slice irresistible.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Strawberry Pound Cake
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 large eggs
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½ cup milk (whole milk preferred)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 cup diced fresh strawberries (pat dry to avoid excess moisture)
For the Strawberry Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons finely mashed fresh strawberries
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½ tablespoon milk (optional, to adjust consistency)
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
🍞 How to Make Strawberry Glazed Pound Cake
Step 1 — Prep Work
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2 — Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
This step is crucial—it creates the soft, delicate crumb pound cake is known for.
Step 3 — Add Eggs & Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4 — Mix Dry Ingredients Separately
In another bowl, whisk together:
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Flour
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Baking powder
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Baking soda
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Salt
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with the milk, gently stirring until combined.
