Irresistible Homemade Strawberry Shortcake: Sweet, Fluffy Bliss
Experience the bliss of homemade strawberry shortcake with this sweet and fluffy recipe, perfect for warm days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in butter until crumbly.
- Stir in cream until dough forms.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, and roll out.
- Cut into desired shapes and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Meanwhile, mix strawberries with powdered sugar and allow to sit.
- Once shortcakes are cool, slice them in half, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then serve.
Notes
- For a richer taste, use vanilla extract in the whipped cream.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg