Description
Delightful strawberry shortcake beckons with sweet summer memories, combining buttery biscuits and luscious berries. Sweet cream and fresh strawberries create a perfect dessert that will transport you to blissful moments of pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup whipped cream
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and coat two circular cake pans with a light layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the dry ingredients using a whisk, ensuring an even distribution of flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Using an electric mixer, blend softened butter and sugar until the mixture becomes airy and pale, creating a smooth consistency.
- Gradually incorporate milk into the butter mixture, mixing consistently to maintain a uniform texture.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing and maintain a tender cake texture.
- Evenly distribute the batter between the prepared pans, smoothing the surface with a spatula for uniform baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean and dry.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the strawberries by slicing and sprinkling with sugar, allowing them to release natural juices for approximately 10 minutes.
- Once the cakes have completely cooled to room temperature, carefully remove them from the pans.
- Assemble the shortcake by layering the cake with macerated strawberries and generously topping with freshly whipped cream.
Notes
- Ensure butter is at room temperature for smooth creaming and better cake texture.
- Avoid overmixing batter to prevent tough, dense cake; stop mixing when ingredients are just combined.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for maximum flavor and sweetness in the filling.
- Substitute dairy-free milk and vegan butter for a plant-based version of this classic dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg