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Classic Grandma’s Vanilla Pound Cake Recipe with Easy Lemon Glaze and Fresh Strawberries

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A nostalgic and comforting vanilla pound cake with a tender crumb, topped with a zesty lemon glaze and fresh strawberries. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted (for lemon glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray and lightly flour it.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar using a mixer until pale and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix gently after each addition.
  6. Fold in the vanilla extract carefully.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 60–70 minutes, checking at 60 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tent with foil if the top browns too fast.
  9. Cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth to make the glaze. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
  11. Garnish with fresh strawberries just before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and milk for a smooth batter. Do not overmix after adding flour to avoid a dense cake. Let the cake cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from sliding off. For dairy-free or gluten-free options, substitute ingredients as noted in the recipe. An oven thermometer is recommended to ensure accurate baking temperature.

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Keywords: vanilla pound cake, lemon glaze, fresh strawberries, classic pound cake, easy dessert, homemade cake, traditional recipe

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