Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 servings
• Category: Dessert / Cake
• Cuisine: American
• Keywords: strawberry pound cake, pineapple cake, fruit cake, homemade dessert, deesviral

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 cup strawberries, chopped
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Optional Strawberry Pineapple Topping

• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits
• 1/2 cup strawberry preserves

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt or round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
7. Fold in crushed pineapple and chopped strawberries gently.
8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 65–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool the cake completely before adding topping.
11. For the topping, warm strawberry preserves slightly and mix with strawberries and pineapple tidbits.
12. Spoon the fruit topping over the cooled cake before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Drain pineapple well to avoid excess moisture.
• Add toasted coconut for a tropical twist.
• Serve chilled for a refreshing summer dessert.

Why This Recipe Works

Butter and sour cream create a rich, tender crumb while pineapple keeps the cake moist and flavorful. Fresh strawberries add sweetness and color, making this pound cake soft, fruity, and perfectly balanced.