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Strawberry ShortCake

The perfect dessert for summer. Lightly sweetened and oh so delicious. 

Servings: 6

Cook Time: 35 minutes


In a small bowl, stir together:

  • 4 to 5 cups Fresh Strawberries, sliced

  • 2 tsp. Granulated Sugar

Set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk together:

  • 2 cups All Purpose Flour

  • 3 Tbsp. Granulated Sugar

  • 3 tsp. Baking Powder

  • 1/4 tsp. Salt

Using a pastry blender cut in:

  • ½ cup cold Butter

Flour mixture should appear crumbly and butter is pea-sized.

In another bowl, combine:

  • ⅓ cup Milk

  • ⅓ cup Heavy Cream

  • 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract

  • 1 Egg, beaten

Add to dry ingredients. Using a fork gently stir to combine until moistened and no flour pockets remain. Batter will be very thick, almost dough like. Spread into a lightly greased 8 ½ inch cake pan or cast iron skillet, . Bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through and lightly golden. Cool in pan for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and place on a wire cooling rack to cool completely.


Meanwhile, in a chilled, dry mixing bowl add:

  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream


Whip at high speed until cream starts to thicken. Add:

  • 3 Tbsp. Granulated Sugar

Continue whipping until soft peaks are formed. Chill until ready to use.


To assemble:

Using a serrated knife, split cake into 2 layers. Spoon half of the Strawberries and Whipped Cream onto the first layer. Top with the second layer. Spoon the remaining Strawberries and Whipped Cream on top. Serve and Enjoy!