Description
Delight in layers of fluffy cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream that make this dessert a must for your Mother’s Day celebration.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2/3 cup milk
- 4 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add milk, stirring until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly.
- While cooling, sprinkle sliced strawberries with sugar to macerate.
- Whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Slice shortcakes in half horizontally and layer with strawberries and whipped cream. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For variations, substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries.
- Enhance whipped cream flavor by adding a splash of almond extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (160g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg