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strawberry shortcake in a pan

Easy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 95
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x

Description

Celebrate sweetness with my irresistible Strawberry Shortcake recipe! Featuring a fluffy cake base, fresh strawberries, and creamy whipped topping, this dessert is a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether homemade or with the convenience of Cool Whip, indulge in a slice of pure bliss!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 5 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 package strawberries sliced
  • 1/4 cup sugar (for macerating)

Whipped Cream:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • or 1 container Cool Whip (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add the eggs and 2 cups of heavy whipping cream, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Spread the dough onto a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and bake for 16-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. While the cake is baking, macerate the strawberries by tossing them with sugar and letting them sit for a few minutes.
  7. Once the cake has cooled, you have the option to make whipped cream: In a separate bowl, whip the remaining heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  8. Alternatively, you can use Cool Whip as a convenient alternative to homemade whipped cream.
  9. Top the cooled cake with whipped cream or Cool Whip and macerated strawberries.
  10. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15
  • cool time: 60
  • Cook Time: 20