Quick and Easy Strawberry Shortcake
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this Quick and Easy Strawberry Shortcake, a delightfully simple dessert perfect for any occasion. Bursting with fresh, macerated strawberries, fluffy homemade shortcakes, and a generous dollop of whipped cream, this classic recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Featuring pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and butter, these buttery golden shortcakes are baked to perfection and paired with the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries. Perfect for spring gatherings or a casual treat, this fuss-free recipe will impress your family and friends with its elegance and incredible flavors. Try this easy strawberry shortcake today for a light and refreshing dessert that's as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh strawberries
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for shortcake)
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Whipped cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Hull the strawberries and slice them into thin pieces. Place them in a mixing bowl.
Add 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar to the strawberries, stir to combine, and let them sit to macerate while preparing the shortcakes.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and 3 tablespoons of sugar.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually pour in the milk while stirring, just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out 6 rounds.
Place the shortcake rounds on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
To assemble, slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Layer the bottom half with macerated strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream, then place the top half on and add more strawberries and whipped cream, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and easy strawberry shortcake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.5 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 188 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 1810 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.5 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1237 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
