1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan

• Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).

• Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Mix the Pound Cake Batter

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

• In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

• Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

• Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream.

• Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.

3. Make the Cheesecake Filling

• In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth.

• Add the egg and vanilla, and mix until fully combined and creamy.

4. Assemble the Cake

• Spread half of the pound cake batter into the prepared pan.

• Gently spread the cheesecake mixture over the batter.

• Drop spoonfuls of strawberry jam on top and swirl lightly using a butter knife.

• Pour the remaining cake batter on top and swirl gently again if desired.

5. Bake

• Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

• Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing