Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer treat with this easy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe! Perfectly light and buttery, this delightful dessert features fluffy shortcakes layered with fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream. In just 20 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering dish that’s ideal for family gatherings, summer picnics, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. The vibrant flavors of ripe strawberries paired with a cloud of whipped cream will impress friends and family alike, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion. Customize it with chocolate drizzle or your favorite fruits to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and ½ pounds fresh strawberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for shortcakes)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by slicing them and tossing with sugar; let sit for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in butter until crumbly; add milk and vanilla, stirring gently.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet; bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Cool on wire rack while whipping cream until soft peaks form.
- Assemble shortcakes: slice each in half, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg