Description
Indulge in the classic summer dessert with this homemade Strawberry Shortcake recipe. Fresh strawberries, tender shortcakes, and billowy whipped cream come together for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the strawberries:
- 1 lb fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the shortcakes:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the whipped cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Combine sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar. Let sit to macerate.
- Make the shortcakes: Mix dry ingredients, cut in butter, add milk and vanilla. Shape, cut, and bake.
- Whip the cream: Beat cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: Split shortcakes, top with strawberries, whipped cream, and more strawberries. Serve.
Notes
- Shortcakes can be made ahead and stored.
- For a twist, add lemon zest or almond extract.
- Store-bought whipped cream can be used.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake with toppings
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
