Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with this Ultimate Strawberry Shortcake Recipe. Featuring layers of fluffy sponge cake, fresh strawberries, and luscious whipped cream, this dessert is perfect for picnics and celebrations alike. Whether it’s a special occasion or a simple treat, each bite transports you to sun-kissed afternoons filled with joy and sweetness. Easy to prepare and utterly satisfying, this strawberry shortcake will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add butter and eggs; beat until smooth.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool for 10 minutes in pans before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form; add sugar gradually until stiff peaks form.
- Slice each cake layer in half horizontally. Layer with whipped cream and strawberries, repeating until assembled. Top with additional whipped cream and strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg