Ingredients
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 3 cups granulated sugar
– 6 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Rubber spatula
– 10-inch bundt pan or loaf pan
– Toothpick or cake tester
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start off, I preheat my oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease my bundt or loaf pan with some non-stick spray. This step is crucial because a well-greased pan ensures a smooth release of the cake later on! In my kitchen, I always make sure to let the butter and cream cheese sit out for about 30 minutes before I begin; it makes blending them so much easier. In a large mixing bowl, I combine the softened butter and cream cheese, mixing them together until they’re light and fluffy—a process that takes about 3-4 minutes and fills my kitchen with a wonderful buttery aroma. (See the next page below to continue steps…)