🧀 For the Cheesecake Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
🍓 For the Strawberry Glaze (Optional):
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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2 tbsp strawberry puree (blend a few strawberries)
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1 tsp lemon juice
👩🍳 Directions
1️⃣ Prepare the Pound Cake:
🔹 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.
🔹 In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
🔹 Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
🔹 In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
🔹 Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
2️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
🔹 In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
🔹 Pour half of the pound cake batter into the prepared pan.
🔹 Spread the cheesecake filling over the batter, then top with the remaining pound cake batter.
3️⃣ Bake the Cake:
🔹 Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
🔹 Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4️⃣ Prepare the Strawberry Glaze (Optional):
🔹 In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice until smooth.
🔹 Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving for an extra burst of strawberry flavor! 🍓✨
⏱ Baking Time & Nutritional Info:
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Cook Time: 70 minutes
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Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Calories: 450 kcal per serving
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Servings: 10
🍽 Enjoy Every Bite!
This Strawberry Cheesecake Pound Cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines rich flavors, creamy texture, and fresh strawberries in one bite. Whether for a special occasion or a simple treat, it’s guaranteed to impress! Give it a try and savor the magic! ✨🍓🍰
