Creating your own Strawberry Pound Cake can be both fun and rewarding. Follow these straightforward steps to achieve your desired delight:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or a 9×5-inch loaf pan.

2. Mix the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure to mix well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

5. Alternate Adding Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.

6. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the sliced strawberries, being careful not to overmix as you want the fruit to be evenly distributed in the batter.

7. Pour into Prepared Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top for an even appearance.

8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. Cool Down: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once cooled, if desired, sift some powdered sugar over the top before serving to create a beautiful finish.

By following these steps, you will have a beautifully baked Strawberry Pound Cake that’s moist, flavorful, and worthy of any occasion!