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    Easy Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

    Published: Jun 14, 2018 · Modified: Feb 1, 2024 by Kim Strawn This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Easy Homemade Strawberry Shortcake is a soft and easy to make cake layered with whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Enjoy this summertime treat when strawberries are abundant and sweet!

    strawberry shortcake with whipping cream on a white plate.

    This Easy Homemade Strawberry Shortcake is a soft and fluffy cake topped with sweet and delicious strawberries. Let's not forget the whipped cream, right?

    Strawberry shortcake is a classic spring and summer dessert recipe. The shortcake part isn't very sweet so the strawberries can shine. The whole dessert is a compliment to each other as the flavors blend into childhood memories. Remember strawberry shortcake growing up made with homegrown strawberries? I sure do.

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    Ingredients

    • flour - all purpose
    • sugar
    • baking powder
    • butter - I used margarine
    • eggs
    • milk
    • heavy whipping cream
    • strawberries - fresh not frozen
    strawberries on a cutting board.

    Frozen strawberries could work, but I strongly advise using fresh strawberries so the strawberries are firm and don't have a mush feel to them.

    Whipping cream verses Cool Whip

    Whipping cream is made from whipping heavy cream with a stand mixer or hand mixer. It has a subtle flavor so vanilla or powdered sugar can be used.

    Cool Whip, while certainly tasty, isn't quite as fresh as a whipping cream. Cool Whip is already flavored so it is sweeter than a heavy whipping cream. I feel whipping cream is best for this recipe, however, either will work, depending on your preference.

    How to make easy homemade strawberry shortcake

    This recipe calls for basic staples in your pantry such as flour, baking powder and sugar. The shortcake is really a basic cake almost biscuit recipe.

    As with most pastries or biscuit type dough, cold butter will be needed to make the recipe shine. If you are like me, I can not have real butter so margarine will have to do. I find it works just fine in this recipe as real butter.

    flour and butter in a large mixing bowl.

    Make sure to cut the butter into the flour so the flour resembles small crumbs.

    milk and egg mixture in a clear bowl.

    Mix the milk and egg together in another bowl then add to the dry ingredients. It will help the mixture to mix evenly and it makes such a nice dough to work with!

    Bake

    Spread on the bottom of a greased 11x15 pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until the dough is firm.

    dough on the bottom of a greased baking sheet.

    FAQ

    Can I put this shortcake in a 9x13 pan?

    Yes, but note the batter will be thicker and it will take longer to cook.

    Can I cut the shortcake into circles after it is baked?

    Sure! Use a cookie cutter to get your desired shape.

    Can I put a strawberry sauce on top of this shortcake?

    Yes you can! In fact, here is a good recipe!

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    strawberries on a shortcake with whipping cream.

    This strawberry shortcake recipe is an easy one. It is great to put together for guests or for your family dessert. Enjoy the sweet strawberries and rich whipped cream on top of a soft pillowy cake.

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    Easy Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

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    5 from 1 vote
    This easy dessert is the perfect summertime treat. Enjoy the delicious flavor of strawberries, whipped cream and sweet cake. 
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Keyword shortcake, strawberry, whipping cream
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 15 shortcakes
    Calories 415kcal
    Author Kim Strawn
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    Equipment

    • 1 11x15 baking pan
    • 2 mixing bowls
    • 1 stand mixer or handheld mixer
    • 1 pastry cutter

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup sugar
    • 4 cups flour
    • 4 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 cup butter
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 ½ cups milk 1%, 2% or whole milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 16 oz heavy whipping cream
    • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
    • 2 cups strawberries sliced with stems removed

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400℉. Grease a 11x15 baking pan.
    • Mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder in a large mixing bowl.
    • Cut in the butter until the mixture is like crumbs using two knives or a pastry cutter.
    • In a small separate bowl, mix together eggs and milk.
    • Stir the milk mixture in the flour mixture.
    • Spread in a greased 11x15 baking pan.
    • Bake at 400* for 12-15 minutes or until baked through.
    • Remove from oven and cool.
    • Cut into squares (or other desired shape) and top with strawberries and whipped cream.
    • Serve.

    For The Whipping Cream

    • Pour heavy cream into the bowl of a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl. Using a stand mixer or hand held mixer, whip on medium speed until cream thickens. Add two tablespoons of powdered sugar and whip for another 20 seconds. Cream should be thick and set.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 251mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 903IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Hey There, I'm Kim! I am the owner and recipe creator here at Baking With Mom. I'm also a mom to 4 growing kids so I understand busy! Here you will find recipes that are quick, delicious and can get on the table fast. Read more about me.

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