Classic Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Name: Classic Strawberry Shortcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. flour; 1/4 c. sugar; 4 tsp. baking powder; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. butter (margarine); 1/2 c. milk; 2 eggs, separated; 2 pt. baskets strawberries, cleaned; 1 c. whipping cream, whipped and sweetened; additional sugar; dash of nutmeg

Servings: persons

2 c. flour
1/4 c. sugar
4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. butter (margarine)
1/2 c. milk
2 eggs, separated
2 pt. baskets strawberries, cleaned
1 c. whipping cream, whipped and sweetened
additional sugar
dash of nutmeg

1
Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg into a large bowl.
2
Cut in butter to resemble coarse meal.
3
Blend milk and egg yolks in a bowl with a fork.
4
Stir into flour mixture to make a soft dough.
5
Divide dough into six portions.
6
Form into balls.
7
Pat balls out on a greased baking sheet to 3-inch circles, moistening fingers with egg whites.
8
Brush cake with egg whites.
9
Sprinkle with sugar.
10
Bake at 450u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes until golden.
11
Cut in half and top with strawberries and cream.

1027

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. flour, 1/4 c. sugar, 4 tsp. baking powder, 1/4 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Classic Strawberry Shortcake falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Strawberry Shortcake

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