Strawberry Shortcake
A delightful strawberry shortcake recipe featuring fluffy, buttery shortcakes layered with macerated strawberries and whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: In a bowl, mix sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and let sit.
- Whip the Cream: In another bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Bring it Together: Stir in milk until just combined.
- Bake the Shortcakes: Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Assemble the Treat: Once cooled, slice the shortcakes in half, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, and serve.
Notes
Serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce or a sprinkle of crushed nuts. Pairs well with iced tea or prosecco.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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