Best 6 Easy Strawberry Shortcake Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of strawberry shortcake, a classic dessert that combines the flavors of sweet, juicy strawberries, fluffy biscuit-like shortcake, and creamy whipped cream. This article presents a collection of easy-to-follow recipes that will guide you in creating this timeless treat from scratch. From classic strawberry shortcake to variations with angel food cake, pound cake, or even gluten-free options, there's a recipe for every taste and dietary preference. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this iconic dessert that's perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BEST STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE



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For a dazzling summer dessert, you can't beat juicy strawberries and fresh whipped cream over homemade shortcake. My father added even more indulgence to this recipe by buttering the shortcake. This is the best strawberry shortcake recipe. -Shirley Joan Helfenbein, Lapeer, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons cold butter, divided
1 large egg, room temperature
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in 1/4 cup butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine egg and half-and-half; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. , Spread batter into a 6-in. round baking pan coated with cooking spray, slightly building up the edges. Bake at 450° until golden, 13-15 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. , In a small bowl, beat whipping cream, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Cut cake horizontally in half. Soften remaining butter. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with butter. Top with half of strawberries and cream mixture. Repeat layers of cake, strawberries and cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 28g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 471mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

EASY STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE



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WHEN I married in 1946, my sister-in-law was a big help in sharing her recipes and cooking expertise and I aspired to be as good a cook as she was. Many of her recipes are still our favorites. Although I've tried a few other recipes for strawberry shortcake over the years, I always come back to this one. --Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/3 cup sugar
BISCUITS:
1 cup all-purpose flour
7 teaspoons sugar, divided
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup shortening
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash the strawberries; stir in sugar. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , For biscuits, in a large bowl, combine the flour, 4-1/2 teaspoons sugar, baking powder, salt, cream of tarter and baking soda. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk and vanilla until moistened. , Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Shape into two 4-in. circles. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. , To assemble, split shortcakes in half. Place cake bottoms on dessert plates. Top each with half of the strawberry mixture. Replace shortcake tops. , In a small bowl, beat the cream until it begins to thicken. Add remaining sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Dollop onto shortcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 896 calories, Fat 47g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 842mg sodium, Carbohydrate 109g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

MOM'S STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE



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When I was growing up, Mom sometimes experimented with different dessert recipes, but this tried-and-true spongy shortcake was always great just the way it was. It melted in my mouth! -Karen Wingate, Coldwater, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
1-1/2 cup sugar, divided
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 1-1/2 quarts fresh strawberries, sliced
Sweetened whipped cream
Mint leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease an 8-in. square baking pan. In a large bowl, beat eggs on medium speed 3 minutes. Gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; beat into egg mixture. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter just until butter begins to melt. Beat into batter with vanilla (batter will be thin)., Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., Just before serving, cut cake into serving-size pieces; cut each slice horizontally in half. In a large bowl, combine strawberries and remaining sugar; spoon between cake layers and over top of each serving. Top with whipped cream and, if desired, mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES



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A layered shortcake that brings sunshine to the table no matter what the season!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 quart strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup shortening
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
Butter or margarine, softened
Cream or sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

  • Sprinkle strawberries with 1/2 cup sugar; let stand 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 450°F. Grease bottom and side of round pan, 8x1 1/2 inches.
  • Cut shortening into flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, the baking powder and salt in medium bowl, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until mixture looks like fine crumbs. Stir in milk just until blended. Pat dough in pan.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Split layer horizontally in half while hot. Spread with butter; fill and top with strawberries. Serve warm with cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 680 mg

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE CAKE



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This simple and utterly delicious 13x9 strawberry shortcake cake is the epitome of summer, and we just can't seem to get enough of it. Start with a box of Betty's buttery yellow cake mix and watch this summertime sensation come to life. Once the cake is perfectly golden brown, layer with a homemade cream cheese frosting and top with sweetened strawberries. The combination of the fluffy topping and juicy berries makes for a crowd-friendly dessert you can bet will star at any potluck.

Provided by Jessica Walker

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs as called for on cake mix box
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1 container (13.5 oz) strawberry glaze

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or spray bottom only with cooking spray.
  • Make and bake 13x9-inch cake as directed on box, using water, oil and eggs. Cool completely, about 1 hour
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread evenly over cake.
  • In medium bowl, gently stir together sliced strawberries and strawberry glaze. Spread mixture on top of cream cheese layer. Cut and serve. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 47 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE



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This is a very easy and quick dessert. If you love strawberries and shortcake, then this is the recipe for you!

Provided by Amy Trombley

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
¼ cup white sugar
1 (12 ounce) package prepared sponge cake dessert cups
1 (7 ounce) can whipped cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place strawberries in a container with a lid; add sugar and stir to coat. Place lid on the container and refrigerate until sugar has dissolved, at least 15 minutes.
  • Place a 1 dessert cup in each serving bowl and smother with strawberries. Top each with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 81.9 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 180.1 mg, Sugar 36.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, sweet strawberries. This will ensure that your shortcake has the best possible flavor.
  • Wash the strawberries thoroughly before using them. This will remove any dirt or debris.
  • Hull the strawberries. This involves removing the green tops from the strawberries. You can use a strawberry huller or a paring knife to do this.
  • Slice the strawberries. You can slice the strawberries as thinly or thickly as you like.
  • Make the shortcake biscuits ahead of time. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the shortcake.
  • Whip the cream until it is stiff peaks form. This will help the cream hold its shape when you pipe it onto the shortcake.
  • Assemble the shortcake just before serving. This will prevent the biscuits from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Strawberry shortcake is a classic summer dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet, juicy strawberries, fluffy biscuits, and whipped cream, it's the perfect way to celebrate the strawberry season. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert, give this strawberry shortcake recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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