Description
Juneteenth pound cake with berries is a deliciously rich dessert that beautifully combines the warmth of buttery cake with the vibrant flavors of fresh berries. Perfect for celebrations, this moist pound cake will remind you of cherished family gatherings and joyful moments shared around the table. Whether served at Juneteenth festivities or any special occasion, this cake promises to impress and delight your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and gently fold in fresh berries.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg