Ingredients You Need
For the Bundt Cake
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional but recommended)
- 1 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh strawberries (tossed lightly in flour)
For the Pink Strawberry Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons strawberry purée or strawberry juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Optional: drop of red or pink food coloring for a deeper tone
Extra
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
- Butter + flour to grease bundt pan
🥣 Preparing the Batter
Step 1 — Prep Your Strawberries
Wash, dry, and chop strawberries into small pieces. Lightly coat them in 1–2 tablespoons of flour.
This prevents berries from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
Step 2 — Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Set aside.
Step 3 — Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar together for 3–5 minutes.
It should become pale, creamy, and fluffy — this step creates the soft texture.
Step 4 — Add Eggs & Flavor
Beat eggs in one at a time until fully incorporated. Add vanilla extract and lemon zest.
Step 5 — Alternate Wet & Dry
Add dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with milk or buttermilk.
Mix gently after each addition — do not overmix.
Step 6 — Fold in Strawberries
Fold the coated strawberries into the batter with a rubber spatula.
Gentle folding keeps the batter airy and evenly distributes the fruit.
🧁 Baking the Bundt Cake
Step 7 — Prepare the Pan
Grease your bundt pan generously with butter and dust with flour.
Make sure all grooves are covered — bundt pans love to hold onto cake!
Step 8 — Bake
Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake at 175°C / 350°F for 50–60 minutes, depending on your oven.
You’ll know it’s ready when:
✔ The top is golden brown
✔ The sides pull slightly away from the pan
✔ A toothpick inserted comes out clean
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then carefully invert onto a rack to cool fully before glazing.
🍓 Make the Strawberry Pink Glaze
This glaze is what transforms a simple pound cake into a bakery-worthy showpiece.
Step 9 — Make the Glaze
Blend a few strawberries and strain to make puree.
Whisk together:
- powdered sugar
- strawberry puree
- lemon juice
Add more sugar for thickness, more puree to thin.
Optional Color Boost
For a vivid pink shade like the one in your photo, add a drop of food coloring.
💗 Glaze the Cake
Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze generously over the top, letting it drip down the ridges naturally.
Add a sprinkle of crushed freeze-dried strawberries or sugar crystals for texture if desired.
Let the glaze set for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
🎂 Serving Suggestions
This cake shines all by itself, but try pairing it with:
- Fresh sliced strawberries
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla ice cream
- A cup of tea or coffee
Serve at brunches, garden parties, picnics, or even as a sweet breakfast treat.
💡 Variations & Mix-Ins
Strawberry-Lemon Cake
Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice to the batter + extra zest.
Berry Medley
Mix strawberries with blueberries or raspberries.
Cream Cheese Swirl
Add dollops of sweetened cream cheese into the batter before baking.
Chocolate Twist
Drizzle with chocolate instead of glaze — or fold in white chocolate chips.
🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 2–3 days
- Refrigerate up to 5 days
- Freeze slices for up to 3 months, wrapped well
- Glaze the cake fresh for best texture
To revive refrigerated cake, microwave slices for 8–10 seconds.
🧠 Tips for Success
✔ Room temperature eggs & butter = smooth batter
✔ Don’t overmix once flour is added
✔ Toss berries in flour to prevent sinking
✔ Cool fully before glazing
✔ Use buttermilk if you want extra tenderness and moisture
🎉 Final Thoughts
This strawberry bundt cake brings sunshine into the kitchen. Each slice delivers:
🍓 bursts of juicy berry
🧁 soft buttery crumb
💗 sweet glossy glaze
🌸 gorgeous color and aroma
It’s simple enough for everyday baking, yet elegant enough for special occasions.
Once you try it, it’s guaranteed to become a family favorite — the kind of cake everyone remembers and requests again.