Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer dessert with this Strawberry Shortcake Recipe! Light, buttery, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this treat is perfect for family gatherings or a quick sweet fix. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a delightful dessert that’s sure to impress everyone at your table. Whether you’re enjoying a sunny picnic or celebrating a special occasion, this classic strawberry shortcake will bring joy to every bite. Customize it to your liking by adding other fruits or toppings for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and ½ pounds fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
- ⅔ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Slice strawberries, sprinkle with sugar, and let sit for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
- Stir in milk and vanilla until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Whip cold cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble shortcakes by layering strawberries and whipped cream between shortcake halves.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg