Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 10-cup bundt pan with butter or non-stick baking spray, ensuring all grooves are coated to prevent sticking.
2. Make Strawberry Puree: Place about 1/2 cup fresh strawberries in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Measure out 1/4 cup of the puree for the cake and 2 tablespoons for the glaze.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This will help ensure a smooth batter and prevent clumping.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar

1. Beat Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help the eggs fully incorporate and create a lighter texture.
3. Add Sour Cream and Vanilla: Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4: Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: With the mixer on low speed, add half of the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, then add the milk and strawberry puree, and finally add the remaining dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
2. Fold in the Strawberries: Gently fold the chopped strawberries into the batter with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.

Step 5: Bake the Cake

1. Transfer to the Bundt Pan: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
2. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Avoid opening the oven door too often, as this can cause the cake to fall.
3. Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.

Step 6: Make the Strawberry Glaze

1. Combine Glaze Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of strawberry puree. Add milk, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
2. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve

1. Add Garnishes: For an extra touch, garnish with fresh strawberry slices or a few mint leaves around the base of the cake.
2. Slice and Serve: Slice and enjoy this moist, flavorful strawberry cake!