Easy Strawberry Shortcake
A simple yet delicious strawberry shortcake, perfect for summer gatherings and family traditions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons additional sugar
- 1 1/2 cups whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a square baking pan.
- Cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add flour and milk, alternating between each.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool completely.
- Slice strawberries and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of sugar, letting them sit for 10 minutes.
- Cut the cooled cake into squares and slice each in half.
- Layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then serve.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality strawberries and serve immediately after assembling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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