Description
Strawberry shortcake is the ultimate summer dessert, combining layers of luscious whipped cream, juicy strawberries, and a light, fluffy cake. This delightful treat is perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress with a sweet masterpiece. With its vibrant colors and harmonious flavors, this strawberry shortcake will steal the spotlight at your next event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cup heavy whipping cream (plus 1 cup for topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sugar (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by tossing them with 2 tablespoons of sugar and letting them sit for about 30 minutes to macerate.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease an eight-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix in 0.75 cup heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown; cool completely.
- Slice the shortcake in half horizontally, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then stack back together. Top with more strawberries and whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg