This homemade Strawberry Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze is the ultimate bakery-style dessert you can make in your own kitchen. Inspired by the famous Nothing Bundt Cakes, it’s soft, moist, and loaded with real strawberry flavor, then finished with a rich cream cheese glaze that melts into every bite.
If you’re a fan of Copycat Nothing Bundt Cakes Recipes, this version will quickly become a favorite. It delivers the same signature taste you love, but with the freshness of homemade ingredients and a few pro tips to make sure your cake turns out perfectly every time.
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Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Bundt Cake
This strawberry Bundt cake is ideal for spring gatherings, birthdays, or anytime you crave something fresh and fruity. Unlike a boxed mix, this recipe layers in real strawberries for natural flavor and color.
You’ll also love how the cream cheese glaze adds bakery-style decadence without being overly heavy. Plus, the bundt pan gives it an impressive look with minimal effort.
Key
Ingredients for Strawberry Bundt Cake
For the Cake
- Cake flour for a fine, tender crumb
- Strawberry yogurt for moisture and tang
- Strawberry puree for natural berry flavor
- Butter for richness
- Eggs to bind and add structure
- Strawberry and vanilla extracts for depth
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
- Cream cheese and butter for a silky base
- Powdered sugar for sweetness
- Strawberry puree for color and flavor
- A splash of milk for pourable consistency
Ingredient Spotlight: Fresh vs. Freeze-Dried Strawberries
Fresh or frozen strawberries (thawed and drained) bring natural juiciness. Freeze-dried strawberries, when ground into a powder, can boost flavor without adding extra liquid. If you want a stronger strawberry punch, mix a spoonful of freeze-dried powder into your batter or glaze.
Substitution Ideas
- Yogurt vs. sour cream: Sour cream creates a slightly denser cake but works well if yogurt isn’t available.
- Butter vs. oil: Butter adds flavor, while oil keeps the crumb extra moist. A 50/50 blend works too.
Step-by-Step Directions for Strawberry Bundt Cake
Step 1: Prepare the Bundt Pan
Grease and flour your bundt pan generously to avoid sticking. Pay special attention to the grooves of the pan.
Step 2: Mix the Batter (Reverse Creaming Method)
Combine dry ingredients first, then add butter in small pieces until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk yogurt, strawberry puree, extracts, and eggs in another bowl, then blend into the dry mix in two additions. This method ensures a tender, non-dense crumb.
Step 3: Bake Until Perfectly Golden
Bake at 325°F for 50–55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 20 minutes before turning onto a wire rack.
Step 4: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add sugar, strawberry puree, and extract, adjusting milk until you reach a drizzle consistency.
Step 5: Glaze & Decorate Like a Pro
Spoon or pipe glaze over the cooled cake. Garnish with fresh strawberries, white chocolate curls, or lemon zest for a bakery-worthy finish.
Strawberry Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze
Equipment
- whisk
- electric mixer
- Bundt pan (10–12 inch)
- cooling rack
- spatula
Ingredients
- Cake:
- 3 cups cake flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup strawberry yogurt
- 3 tsp strawberry extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1 1/4 cup strawberry puree (reserve 2 tbsp for glaze)
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temp)
- 1 drop red or pink food coloring (optional)
- Glaze:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temp)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp strawberry extract
- 2 tbsp strawberry puree
- 3 cups confectioners sugar
- 4 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 10–12″ bundt pan.
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk yogurt, extracts, eggs, and strawberry puree.
- Beat butter into dry ingredients until sandy, then add wet mixture in two parts. Mix just until combined.
- Add food coloring if desired, then pour into bundt pan.
- Bake 50–55 minutes. Cool 20 minutes, then unmold and let cool completely.
- For glaze: beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Add extract, strawberry puree, confectioners sugar, and milk. Mix until smooth.
- Spoon or drizzle glaze over cooled cake.
Notes
Nutrition
Pro Tips for Success
- Avoid a dry cake: Measure flour correctly and don’t overmix the batter.
- Easy release: Use a baking spray with flour or brush butter and dust with flour.
- Perfect glaze consistency: Adjust with milk (to thin) or sugar (to thicken).
- Decorating ideas: Fresh strawberry slices, zest of lemon, or a sprinkle of freeze-dried strawberry dust.
Variations You’ll Love
Try our Snickerdoodle Nothing Bundt
Seasonal favorite: Pumpkin Spice Nothing Bundt Cake
Classic twist: Carrot Nothing Bundt Cake
Storage & Freezing Instructions
How to Store at Room Temperature
Without glaze, the strawberry bundt cake stays fresh for 2 days at room temp in an airtight container.
Refrigerating with Cream Cheese Glaze
Since the glaze contains cream cheese, refrigerate leftovers. Bring slices to room temperature before serving for best texture.
Freezing for Longer Shelf Life
Wrap ungarnished cake tightly in plastic and foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and glaze before serving.
FAQs About Strawberry Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze
Does Nothing Bundt Cake use cream cheese?
Yes, Nothing Bundt Cakes are known for their signature cream cheese frosting swirled thickly on top.
Is strawberry Bundt cake good with cream cheese frosting?
Absolutely! The tang of cream cheese balances the sweetness of strawberries, making it a classic pairing.
What is the secret to moist bundt cake?
The key is balancing fat and moisture. Yogurt or sour cream keeps the cake tender, while proper mixing prevents dryness.
Does a cake with cream cheese glaze need to be refrigerated?
Yes, cakes with cream cheese glaze should be refrigerated to prevent spoilage. According to USDA food safety guidelines, cream cheese should not sit at room temperature for long periods.