Description
Strawberry shortcake is a delightful dessert that celebrates summer with its luscious layers of fluffy cake, sweet strawberries, and rich whipped cream. Perfect for picnics or gatherings, this recipe combines simple ingredients to create a treat that captivates the senses. Whether enjoyed on a sunny afternoon or at a cozy family dinner, each bite delivers joy and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for strawberries)
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in softened butter until crumbly.
- Stir in milk and vanilla until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Let cool.
- Mix sliced strawberries with sugar and let sit for 15 minutes to create syrup.
- Whip heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form.
- Slice the cooled cake in layers. Layer strawberries and whipped cream between slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg