Fresh & Simple Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry shortcake is believed to have originated in the United States during the 19th century and has since become a popular dessert enjoyed worldwide.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Fresh & Simple Strawberry Shortcake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Strawberries
• 1 cup Sugar
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 6 sprig Mint leaves

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with sugar and set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until just combined.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
9. Split the shortcakes in half horizontally.
10. Place the bottom half on a plate and spoon some strawberries onto it.
11. Top with whipped cream and place the other half of the shortcake on top.
12. Garnish with more strawberries and mint leaves.
13. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Sugars 24g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.