Homemade Strawberry Italian Cream Pound Cake
Rich, Moist, and Bursting with Sweet Strawberry Flavor!
Looking for the perfect cake to wow your guests or treat yourself to something extra special? This Homemade Strawberry Italian Cream Pound Cake is pure dessert bliss! Velvety, buttery pound cake is enriched with cream, flecked with sweet strawberries, and finished with a smooth glaze or whipped topping. It’s the ultimate fusion of Southern comfort and Italian elegance—every bite is a slice of heaven.
Cake Ingredients (Makes 1 Bundt or Loaf Cake):
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional, for a classic Italian twist)
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries (or well-drained frozen strawberries)
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Glaze (Optional but highly recommended):
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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