Description
Strawberry Shortcake – Graduation Party Treat is the ultimate summer dessert that combines fluffy shortcake, sweet macerated strawberries, and rich whipped cream. This delightful dish is perfect for celebrating special occasions like graduations or family gatherings. Each bite offers a refreshing taste of nostalgia and joy, making it a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for shortcakes)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- 1. Macerate Strawberries: Combine sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl and let sit for 30 minutes to release juices.
- 2. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and 1/4 cup sugar.
- 4. Cut in Butter: Add cold butter to dry ingredients using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.
- 5. Add Cream: Gradually pour in heavy cream while gently stirring until a soft dough forms.
- 6. Shape and Bake: Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat down to about an inch thick, cut into circles, place on the baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- 7. Assemble: Let shortcakes cool slightly; layer with macerated strawberries and whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake with topping (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg