This Top-Rated Strawberry Shortcake Never Disappoints: Easy Recipe
This delicious strawberry shortcake is easy to make and perfect for summer gatherings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture, then mix until well combined.
- Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the creamed mixture, starting and ending with flour.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool before slicing.
- In a bowl, toss strawberries with powdered sugar and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the shortcake by placing one cake layer on a plate, topping with strawberries and whipped cream, then placing the second layer on top.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh strawberries.
- Feel free to add a splash of lemon juice to the strawberries for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert, summer recipe