Light Strawberry Vanilla Pound Cake for Afternoon Breaks
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:90 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Indulge in a light strawberry-vanilla pound cake, perfect for afternoon breaks. Savor the blend of flavors in this delightful, fluffy treat!
Ingredients
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2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 cup of granulated sugar
½ cup of unsalted butter (softened)
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
3 large eggs
½ cup of milk
1 cup of fresh strawberries (sliced)
1 teaspoon of baking powder
½ teaspoon of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and lightly dust with flour.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla and continue to mix until combined.
Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
Step 7: Gently fold in the sliced strawberries until evenly distributed.
Notes
This Light Strawberry Vanilla Pound Cake is a delicious, guilt-free dessert perfect for your afternoon breaks, packed with fresh strawberries and flavors.
