Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with this easy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe. This classic dessert features a light, buttery cake layered with fresh strawberries and luscious whipped cream, making it perfect for any gathering or a sweet treat to enjoy at home. With simple steps and minimal ingredients, you can create a stunning dessert that will impress family and friends alike. Whether served individually or as a shared dish, this strawberry shortcake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for warm days, it’s light yet satisfying—each bite bursts with the sweetness of ripe strawberries and velvety cream. Dive into this refreshing dessert that captures the essence of summer in every layer.

Ingredients

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1 and ½ pounds fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup cold unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
⅔ cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (divided)
1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

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Instructions

Prepare Strawberries: Mix sliced strawberries with ¼ cup sugar in a bowl. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat Oven: Set oven to 425°F.
Make Dough: Combine flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Blend in cold butter until crumbly. Add milk and half the vanilla; mix gently.
Shape Shortcakes: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to form six shortcakes and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Cool Shortcakes: Allow them to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
Whip Cream: Beat cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and remaining vanilla until soft peaks form.
Assemble: Split shortcakes, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then top with the other half.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 shortcake (120g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 50mg