Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2-3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
- Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the pureed strawberries gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with enough milk to reach your desired consistency. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
- Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and non-dairy buttermilk. Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg