Lemon Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Name: Lemon Strawberry Shortcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed; 6 tablespoons 2% milk; 2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten; 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 teaspoons sugar

Servings: persons

3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
6 tablespoons 2% milk
2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons sugar

1
In a large bowl, combine strawberries and sugar; cover and refrigerate until serving.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0. In another large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the milk, egg yolk and lemon zest; stir into crumb mixture until a soft dough forms (dough will be sticky).
3
Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 10 times. Divide dough into 4 pieces. Gently pat or roll each portion into a 3/4-in.-thick circle. Place 2 in. apart on an ungreased
4
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5
Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Remove to a wire rack; cool for 15 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine butter and lemon zest; set aside. In another small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar; beat until stiff peaks form.
7
To assemble, split shortcakes in half. Place cake bottoms on dessert plates; spread with lemon butter. Top with half of the strawberries and whipped cream. Replace shortcake tops; top with remaining berries and cream.

766

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Lemon Strawberry Shortcake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Lemon Strawberry Shortcake

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