Old-Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 12 min
Total: 27 min
Serves: 8
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Tender, buttery layers cradle sweetened California strawberries in this delightful dessert that evokes the charm of summer gatherings. Each bite offers a heavenly balance of textures, with the softness of the cake giving way to juicy fruit and airy whipped cream. Perfect for warm evenings or special celebrations, this Old-Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake is sure to impress both friends and family, making it a beloved staple for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
- 4 Tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Cream Of Tartar
- 1/4 Cup Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Vegetable Shortening
- 1/3 Cup Milk
- 1 - Egg
- 1 - Butter
- 3 Pints Fresh California Strawberries - Sliced And Sweetened
- 1 - Whipped Cream
Directions
Directions
- Sift flour, baking powder, salt, cream of tartar and sugar together.
- Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.
- Combine milk with egg; stir into flour mixture with a fork until soft dough is formed.
- Turn out onto lightly floured board and pat or roll into 8-inch circle 1/2 inch thick.
- Place on ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated 425-degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Split and spread butter on both halves.
- Pile strawberries and whipped cream between layers and on top.
Nutrition
Per serving · 8 servingsCalories
320
Fat
16 g
Saturated fat
5 g
Carbohydrates
42 g
Sugar
14 g
Fiber
2 g
Protein
4 g
Sodium
200 mg
Cholesterol
30 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
- 4 Tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Cream Of Tartar
- 1/4 Cup Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Vegetable Shortening
- 1/3 Cup Milk
- 1 - Egg
- 1 - Butter
- 3 Pints Fresh California Strawberries - Sliced And Sweetened
- 1 - Whipped Cream
