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Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this decadent cake that combines the rich, buttery texture of a classic pound cake with the tangy, creamy goodness of cheesecake and the sweet freshness of strawberries.
Ingredients:
For the Pound Cake:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup whole milk
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
For the Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberry puree
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Prepare the cheesecake layer and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare the pound cake batter and assemble the cake with the cheesecake layer.
- Bake the cake for 60-70 minutes and let it cool completely.
- Prepare the strawberry cream cheese frosting and frost the cooled cake.
- Decorate with fresh strawberries and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8-10 servings
