Description
Indulge in the classic delight of strawberry shortcake, where fresh strawberries meet fluffy cake and rich whipped cream. This easy-to-make dessert not only looks stunning on any table but also bursts with flavor, making it a perfect treat for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to savor some sweet nostalgia, this strawberry shortcake recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for whipping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Wash and hull strawberries, slice them into quarters, and sprinkle with sugar. Let sit while preparing the cake.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease or line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Create the batter: Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until just combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Whip the cream: Beat heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: Once cooled, slice the cake into two layers. Layer strawberries on one piece, add whipped cream, then top with the second layer. Finish with more whipped cream and strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg