Mixed Berry Pound Cake
Mixed berry pound cake is one of those desserts that just feels like summer in every bite — moist, buttery, and bursting with sweet-tart berries in every slice.
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Whether you’re baking for brunch, a backyard BBQ, or just need a slice of something comforting with your afternoon coffee, this pound cake recipe is here to impress.
A swirl of berry jam adds a burst of fruity flavor and a beautiful ribbon of color throughout the cake, while the rich, velvety texture keeps everyone reaching for another slice.
It’s the kind of recipe that looks fancy enough for a party but is easy enough to whip up anytime.
Be sure to print the full recipe so you have everything you need right at your fingertips. It’s also a good idea to gather all your ingredients ahead of time — that way, you’re not scrambling to find ingredients once you’re already mid-mix!
Start by mixing your dry ingredients — flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
Then cream together the softened butter and sugar until it’s nice and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, followed by a splash of vanilla. You’ll alternate adding the vanilla yogurt and flour mixture until your batter is smooth and creamy.
Pour it into a greased bundt pan, swirl in your favorite jam (this is where that sweet berry flavor shines!), and bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Once cooled, slice it up and serve with vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, and a sprig of mint for that extra pop.
Tips for Baking Berry Pound Cake
- Make sure your butter, eggs, and yogurt are at room temperature for a smooth, even batter.
- Don’t overmix: Mix just until the batter is combined to avoid a dense cake.
- Grease the pan well. Bundt pans can be tricky, so use baking spray with flour or grease and flour every nook and cranny.
- To make the swirl, a butter knife works well, but a toothpick can give you a more delicate jam swirl.
- If your jam is too thick, warm it up for a few seconds in the microwave to make it easier to swirl.
- Let it cool completely before removing it from the pan to prevent sticking or crumbling.
Fruit Toppings for Pound Cake
These toppings add freshness, flavor, and a beautiful presentation:
- Sliced strawberries with a sprinkle of sugar
- Mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- Sliced peaches or nectarines for a summery twist
- Caramelized apples with cinnamon
- Cherries (fresh or jarred) with a little syrup
- Lemon curd with thin lemon slices
- Berry compote warmed up and spooned over each slice
You can use a loaf or 9×13 pan, but baking times will vary—start checking around the 40-minute mark.
You can use just about any jam you love, but mixed berry jam is a classic choice for that sweet-tart flavor. Raspberry preserves add a bold, tangy swirl, while strawberry jam brings a sweeter, more traditional taste. Blueberry jam gives a rich, deep berry flavor, and blackberry jam adds a touch of tartness. Don’t be afraid to get creative—mix two jams together for a fun twist!
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Mixed Berry Pound Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup softened butter unsalted
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup Jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt; set aside
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in between
- Add vanilla extract
- Add 1/4 cup of yogurt and some of the flour mixture into the large bowl.
- Repeat with all of the yogurt and flour mixture.
- Combine.
- Pour into a prepared bundt pan.
- Top with Lingonberry Jam.
- With a butter knife, swirl the jam throughout the batter.
- Cook for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a cooling rack before removing the cake from the pan.
- Serve your Berry Pound Cake with fresh strawberries and blueberries.
- For an added sweetness, top the Berry Pound Cake whipped cream.
I would make Lingonberry Jam Muffins.
I’ll definitely try making your pound cake. I love berries!
Jelly roll cake..I’m a finally mastering without cracking.
Meatballs..yes!
And thumbprint cookies
Oh wow does that look good! I love different kinds of cakes and anything that has berries in it I am all for it.
You had me at pound cake….but seriously, this sounds ah-mazing. I need to make one of these for my family!
That pound cake looks delicious! I have been baking more recently and need to add this to my “to make” list!
I would make some type of breakfast with this jam, maybe some biscuits, eggs becon and use the jam for the biscuits!
Probably PB&J sandwiches
OMG you just combined some of my favorites: pound cake and lingonberries! I usually end up with store bought pound cake and I put strawberries and whipped cream. Lingonberries is a great idea! I always pick up a jar of sauce at IKEA. I haven’t heard of Felix brand, but I’ll keep my eye out!
Oh wow! Berries are my favorite kind of dessert. This looks so amazing. Can’t wait to make it.
This looks absolutely fantastic. Bundt cakes aren’t really my jam, but only because I have a hard time coming up with ways to make them fun! This looks absolutely stunning, and I’m sure the jam gives it an extra boost!
I have never had Lingonberry jam before, I’m going to be looking to try it. The pound cake looks absolutely delicious!
That looks tasty. Pound cake by itself is great, but triple berry makes it even better. I have a craving for it now.
I just made lemon blueberry pound cake that was out of this world! I have to try this recipe out, I love any pound cake!
That’s really lovely. I love berries and it’s always nice to bake with them and to add them to desserts. This pound cake is the bomb. It looks so good!
Lingonberries are my favorite! I would put it on waffles…Swedish waffles. So good!!
Pound cake is one of my favorite desserts. I have never thought to add the berries to it though. Looks delicious!
I love lingonberries…. but must confess Ive only had them with meatballs. I love the idea of having them in a cake! I live in California and and so bummed I missed that show. Ive heard so many people loved it.
Oh you would have loved it!
The Lingonberry Jam will be perfect in muffins. I will have to pick some up so I can make this recipe.
Oh my! That looks absolutely amazing! I am always on the look out for new cake recipes so I can make something for my family during the weekends! I will definitely give this a try!
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I love bundt cakes and yours looks delicious. I don’t think I’ve ever tried lingonberries before.
I’m a bit obsessed with bundt cakes myself. Your recipe looks delicious. I’ve actually tried this jam before and it is yummy.
Mmm, the bundt cake looked awesome even before you added the berries. They’re what took it over the top!
After the bundt cake, I’d make pancakes with Lingonberry Jam!
This looks almost too pretty to eat… almost! Yummy!
Oh yummy! This looks so good! I would love to try this soon! Amazing!
Everything looks delicious and I love the different kinds of cakes, I want this now and such a comfort food for me.
I would put some on waffles or pancakes.
I’ve never tried putting jam in a pound cake. It sounds delicious.
I have heard of lingonberries but never knew where they came from. This pound cake looks so good and full of antioxidants, win win.
I love making bundt cakes and this one would be on the top of my list to try if I were still baking. For now, I am gluten free, but I hope that it turns out that gluten isn’t my issue!
This looks delicious, I don’t think I have ever tried making a pound cake before, I will have to give it a go if they look this good!
I really want to get a pound cake pan. I’ve never made pound cake before and this looks and sounds SO good. It would be a really nice treat!
Now that look AMAZING! I think you just put me in a baking mood! I may have to try this tonight!
I would make this recipe with the jam! This looks so yummy and decadent.
I would make thumbprint cookies with this delicious looking jam.
The pictures of this cake are so dreamy!!!! Dessert with berries is my favorite kind of dessert! Can’t wait to try this!
i would eat it on biscuits
I would make crepes with the Felix Lingonberry Jam. There is a Swedish recipe that calls for it, and it is tough to find. It is absolutely delicious.
This recipe looks amazing. I am a huge fan of pound cake. I think the lingonberries would add a nice tart and sweet taste paired with pound cake. It is a nice combination for sure!
Pound cake is my favorite dessert! And with added berries…I am so making this!
I would love to make this recipe with my mom! You’re so great, I love your blog.
I wold love it on my english muffin
This looks amazing. I like that is looks so homemade and is such a great comfort dessert
I would make some fruit tartlets
I’d keep it classic and make Swedish meatballs and noodles!
What a gorgeous cake! The jam looks so fresh and delicious. I’d love to add this to my Easter dinner plans!
I would like Lingonberry jam on my English muffins or waffles.
I would make crepes with the Felix Lingonberry Jam
That Lingonberry jam sounds amazing, and I love that you added it into the pound cake, sign me up for that! Beautiful, and sounds so tasty! Can’t wait to try this one!
Reesa, this pound cake looks incredible!! I am going to have to add it to my ‘must try’ list!
That Lingonberry Jam sounds fantastic! I love the flavor variations, especially the ginger. This sounds like a lovely cake and you’ve presented it so beautifully! I’m inviting myself over for tea and cake, just fyi! 🙂
Sounds like a plan!
I’ve never even heard of a Lingonberry berry but now I definitely want to try them and the Felix jam. This pound cake looks and sounds so delicious, Pound cake has always been one of my favorite sweet treats. I will definitely be looking into this entire situation! 🙂
I love Lingonberry jam on top of Swedish meatballs or as a spread on a slice of bread. But you really have something wonderful here! This pound cake with lingonberry jam looks fabulous, i will have to try this recipe next time I bake a cake. Your pictures are gorgeous!
I would make some biscuits and use the jam on them. I love anything berry and jammy!
I would use it on homemade bread.
This cake is beautiful and looks delicious. I never considered marbleing jam/jelly in a bundt cake, that’s a great idea. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
I’ll make biscuits to have with it.
I would make a mini coffee cake with it!
I’d eat it on a bagel
I’ve never tried Linfonberries, so I’d probably try a thumbprint cookie first 🙂
I’d use it on French toast.
I would try your ligonberry lamb pops! Bet they taste great!
I would like to make cupcakes with this or put this jam on some waffles.
pancakes
I love pound cakes and this recipe seems so tasty and fun to try. My family would enjoy it too.
I would make a sauce to put on ice cream. Yum!
I would make pancakes and put this on them
If I won, I’d make Surprise Muffins with a dollop of Felix Lingonberry Jam in the middle of each muffin.
This is a beautiful pound cake. It would be lovely for a party or a special occasion.
I would use this jam, add some walnuts and make cookies.
Oh my gosh, this looks so good! I love pound cake and adding berries to it makes it perfect!
My family likes when I make crepes and I would fill them with the jam
I would love to have a piece of this pound cake with coffee tomorrow morning 🙂
The first thing I would try is toast so that I can enjoy the flavor of the jam.
I would use it on hot biscuits.
I would make a pound cake with berries and jam.
This is a good recipe. For less sugar I would use plain yogurt and add berries into the batter.
I would like to make a cobbler with them.
I would like to try the Lingonberries.
I really love toast as a snack. I would love to put butter on and then the jam. I would love to try that flavor!
I just want to put it on some toast so I can taste the goodness.
Thanks for the contest.
I would make a funnel cake with this incorporated in.