Classic Strawberry Shortcake: The Best Homemade Delight You’ll Love
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Turn onto a floured surface, knead gently, and roll out to about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into circles and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- While the cakes are baking, prepare the strawberries by mixing them with powdered sugar and letting them sit.
- Once the cakes are cooled, slice them in half and layer with strawberries and whipped cream.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, use low-fat whipped cream.
- Feel free to add more fruits like blueberries or raspberries for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg