Strawberry Drizzle Loaf Cake with Fresh Berries Recipe
This Strawberry Drizzle Loaf Cake is a moist and flavorful vanilla loaf infused with fresh diced strawberries and topped with a luscious strawberry glaze. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake combines the sweetness of vanilla with the refreshing taste of strawberries, finished with a garnish of fresh berries for an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Total Time: 65-75 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf cake (approximately 8 slices) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
For the Strawberry Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp strawberry puree
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan. Line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy to create a smooth base for the batter.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure even mixing. Stir in vanilla extract for flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet, alternating with milk, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing that can make the cake dense.
- Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries to maintain a light, airy texture and prevent the batter from becoming watery.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the loaf cake to cool completely in the pan before drizzling with the strawberry glaze made by mixing powdered sugar and strawberry puree. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh strawberries yield the best flavor and vibrant color in the cake.
- Fold Gently: When adding strawberries to the batter, gently fold them in to avoid breaking and creating a watery batter.
- Adjust the Glaze Consistency: For a thicker glaze, add more powdered sugar; for a thinner drizzle, add more strawberry puree.
Keywords: Strawberry Loaf Cake, Vanilla Loaf Cake, Strawberry Glaze, Fresh Berry Cake, Summer Dessert, Moist Vanilla Cake