Strawberry Shortcake

There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh strawberry shortcake to welcome the warmer months. Light, fluffy, and bursting with juicy berries, this classic dessert is the perfect mix of sweet and refreshing. Whether you're hosting a summer get-together or just treating yourself, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!

@danielleharmswellness

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 4 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup cold unsalted butter

• 1 cup milk

Toppings: (or use cool whip to simplify this recipe)

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 pint fresh strawberries, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp sugar (or to taste)

  
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a round cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

3. Cut the cold butter into small chunks. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the dry mix until it forms small clumps.

4. Make a well in the center and add the milk and vanilla. Stir until everything is just combined.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if you’d like.

6. Bake for 35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then run a butter knife around the edge and remove from the pan. Let cool completely.

7. While it cools, toss the sliced strawberries with sugar in a bowl. Cover and set aside to macerate.

8. In a separate bowl, whip the cream with vanilla until soft peaks form.

9. Once the cake is fully cooled, top with whipped cream and the sugared strawberries. Serve and enjoy!