Best 3 Super Strawberry Shortcake Recipes
Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors that is strawberry shortcake, a timeless dessert that evokes memories of summer picnics and heartwarming gatherings. This classic treat features layers of fluffy buttermilk biscuits, luscious strawberries, and clouds of whipped cream, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and creamy sensations. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey through three irresistible strawberry shortcake recipes that offer unique twists on this beloved dessert. From a traditional version to a gluten-free option and a delightful berry-licious twist, these recipes cater to various dietary preferences and ensure everyone can savor the magic of strawberry shortcake. Get ready to embark on a delightful adventure as we explore the secrets behind this iconic dessert.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SUPER EASY STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE BISCUITS
These strawberry shortcake biscuits have been in my husband's family for over 40 years. It is the best sweet biscuit to have under your strawberry and cream dessert. Delicious right out of the oven slathered with butter. They are also very good on their own with peanut butter.
Provided by manella
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Cut in shortening and mix to combine.
- Beat eggs in a separate bowl and mix in milk to combine. Add to the dry ingredients and mix until moistened. Pour batter evenly into each of the prepared muffin cups and transfer to the oven as quickly as possible.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 33.4 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 584.2 mg, Sugar 9.9 g
SUPER-EASY STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE
A co-worker assembled this delicious cake for a birthday party. She said she couldn't say she made it because all she did was cut the strawberries and added sugar. Once it's done, you can have this yummy cake in 30 seconds!
Provided by tamzie
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Strawberry Dessert Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix strawberries and sugar together in a bowl until evenly coated. Refrigerate until strawberries are thawed, 8 hours to overnight.
- Place a slice of angel food cake on each plate; top with whipped topping and sweetened strawberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 433.8 mg, Sugar 19.7 g
SUPER STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE
"Wow!" is what people say when I set this dessert on the table. It's fun to serve since it's attractive, not overly sweet and bursting with the wondrous flavor of field-fresh strawberries. -Renee Bisch, Wellesley, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Toss strawberries with sugar; let stand, allowing juices from berries to release., For shortcake, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, whisk together egg and sour cream. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. , On a lightly floured surface, gently knead dough 8-10 times. Transfer to a lightly greased baking sheet; roll or pat to a 7-1/2-in. circle. Bake until golden brown, 13-17 minutes. Remove to a wire rack; cool completely. , In a bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. , Using a long serrated knife, cut shortcake horizontally in half. Spoon half the strawberries (including juices) over top; spread with half the whipped cream. Add top of shortcake; layer with the remaining whipped cream and berries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- For the best strawberries, choose ripe, juicy berries that are deep red in color.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- To make sure your biscuits are light and fluffy, be sure to use cold butter and buttermilk.
- Don't overmix the biscuit dough. Overmixing will make the biscuits tough.
- Bake the biscuits until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- For the whipped cream, use heavy cream that is at least 35% fat.
- Whip the cream until it is stiff peaks form.
- Serve the strawberry shortcake immediately with plenty of whipped cream and strawberries.
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 creamy whipped cream, it's the perfect way to celebrate the season.
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