Description
Indulge in a classic Strawberry Shortcake, featuring layers of fluffy cake, sweet strawberries, and rich whipped cream. Perfect for summer gatherings or a delightful treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ cup sugar (plus extra for berries)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup milk
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and slice the strawberries. Sprinkle with sugar and let sit to draw out juices.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually mix in heavy cream and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture gently. Pour into a greased pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Whip Cream & Assemble: While the cake cools, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Slice the cooled cake horizontally and layer with strawberries and whipped cream.
Notes
- For added flavor, use lemon zest or swap strawberries for mixed berries.
- Store leftover components separately to maintain freshness; assemble just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg