Strawberry Shortcake Bliss! π°π
A sweet, creamy, and fruity delight—perfect for summer gatherings or a little self-indulgence!
π Ingredients (Serves 8)
- For the Shortcake:
- 1 ½ cups flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup cold butter, cut into pieces π§
- ½ cup milk π₯
- 1 egg π₯
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Filling & Topping:
- 2 cups sliced strawberries π
- ¼ cup sugar (to macerate berries)
- 1 cup whipping cream π₯
- 2 tbsp confectioners' sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- π― For the Strawberry Drizzle:
- ½ cup strawberry preserves
- 2 tbsp water
π©π³ How to Make It
1️⃣ Bake the Shortcake:
π₯ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch cake pan.
π Mix dry ingredients; cut in butter until crumbly.
π₯ Whisk milk, egg, and vanilla, then combine with dry mix.
π§π³ Spread in pan and bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool on a rack.
2️⃣ Prepare the Berries & Cream:
π Toss strawberries with sugar and let sit for 30 minutes.
π₯ Whip cream with confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
3️⃣ Make the Strawberry Drizzle:
π― Heat strawberry preserves with water until syrupy.
4️⃣ Assemble the Shortcake:
πͺ Slice cake in half, layer with whipped cream and strawberries.
✨ Add the top layer, more cream and berries, then drizzle with strawberry sauce.
5️⃣ To Serve:
Garnish with extra strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar!
⏰ Quick Info
- π¨ Prep Time: 20 min
- π° Cook Time: 20 min
- π Servings: 8
- π₯ Calories: ~300-350 per serving
A light and refreshing treat that screams summer! ππ°☀️
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