Pound Cake with Strawberries and Pineapple

introduction

This pound cake mixes soft, buttery cake with fresh strawberries and pineapple. It is bright, sweet, and easy to make. The cake holds fruit well and tastes great at any time of year.

why make this recipe

You should make this recipe because it is simple and uses easy ingredients. It makes a large cake that feeds many people. The fresh strawberries and pineapple add a fresh, juicy taste that lightens the rich pound cake.

how to make Pound Cake with Strawberries and Pineapple

1. Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease and flour a bundt pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Mix well after each egg.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt.
5. Add the dry mix to the butter mix in parts, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mix. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 60–70 minutes or until a skewer in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once the cake is cool, layer sliced strawberries and chopped pineapple on top or between slices before serving.

Ingredients :

• Unsalted butter: 227 g, softened
• Granulated sugar: 400 g
• Large eggs: 4
• All-purpose flour: 360 g
• Baking powder: 5 g (about 1 teaspoon)
• Salt: 3 g (about 1/2 teaspoon)
• Milk: 240 ml
• Fresh strawberries, sliced: 300 g
• Fresh pineapple, chopped: 330 g

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease and flour a bundt pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 60–70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, layer the cake with sliced strawberries and chopped pineapple before serving.

how to serve Pound Cake with Strawberries and Pineapple

Slice the cake and place slices on plates. Add extra fresh strawberries and pineapple on the side. You can serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a spoon of vanilla ice cream.

how to store Pound Cake with Strawberries and Pineapple

Store plain cake (without fruit) wrapped in plastic or in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days. For longer storage, wrap well and freeze for up to 2 months. If you add fresh fruit, keep the cake in the fridge and eat within 1–2 days to keep the fruit fresh.

tips to make Pound Cake with Strawberries and Pineapple

• Bring butter, eggs and milk to room temperature before mixing.
• Do not overmix after adding the flour. Mix until just combined.
• Check the cake after 55 minutes; oven times vary. Use a skewer to test doneness.
• Drain very wet fruit before adding on top to avoid soggy cake.
• Let the cake cool fully before adding fruit so the fruit stays fresh.

variation (if any)

• Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 tablespoon lemon zest to the batter for extra flavor.
• Fold 100 g chopped nuts or a handful of shredded coconut into the batter for texture.
• Make a glaze from icing sugar and a little pineapple juice and drizzle over the top.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen fruit?
A: Yes. Thaw and drain frozen fruit well before adding to avoid extra moisture.

Q: Can I use a loaf pan instead of a bundt pan?
A: Yes. Baking time will be shorter. Check at 45–55 minutes and test with a skewer.

Q: Can I reduce the sugar?
A: You can reduce sugar slightly, but the cake will be less sweet and may be denser.

Q: How do I keep the fruit from making the cake soggy?
A: Add fruit just before serving and drain any excess juice from the fruit.

Conclusion

This pound cake is a simple way to enjoy fresh strawberries and pineapple with a rich, buttery cake. For another assembly idea with similar flavors, see the recipe for Pineapple Bundt Cake with Sweet Strawberries. If you want a grilled fruit and cake idea to serve with slices, try the Grilled Strawberry Pineapple Shortcake.

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