Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer delight with this Irresistible Strawberry Shortcake. This classic dessert features fluffy layers of buttery cake, sweet, juicy strawberries, and a cloud of whipped cream. Perfect for family gatherings or casual picnics, each bite is a celebration of flavor that transports you to warm summer days. Easy to prepare and customize, this strawberry shortcake will undoubtedly impress your guests and create cherished memories.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix in milk and vanilla extract.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just blended; gently fold in sliced strawberries.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow cooling before frosting.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and layer generously over each slice with additional strawberry halves.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg