Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Strawberry Pineapple Pound Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that celebrates the sweetness of strawberries and the tropical essence of pineapple. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to birthday celebrations, and will undoubtedly impress your guests. The vibrant colors and refreshing taste make it a standout centerpiece at gatherings. With an easy-to-follow recipe, even beginner bakers can create this delicious treat that is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt before gradually adding to the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries and crushed pineapple.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg