Description
Indulge in the bliss of this easy strawberry shortcake recipe, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With layers of light and buttery shortcake, fresh strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream, each bite is a refreshing taste of summer. This crowd-pleaser is not only simple to prepare but also allows for endless customization with toppings and flavors. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or looking for a sweet treat to enjoy after dinner, this strawberry shortcake will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 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 (for shortcakes)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Slice strawberries and sprinkle with sugar; let macerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in butter until crumbly; stir in milk and vanilla until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet; bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble by splitting shortcakes, adding strawberries and whipped cream, then topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg