Description
Indulge in the rich and buttery Juneteenth pound cake, enhanced with a burst of fresh berries. This delightful dessert not only celebrates heritage but also brings people together with its moist texture and vibrant flavors. Perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or a simple afternoon treat, each slice is a reminder of joyful moments shared around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and gently fold in half of the fresh berries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-75 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg