Hello Beautiful People! There’s something nostalgic and heartwarming about strawberry shortcake. It’s the kind of dessert that feels like summer in every bite—juicy strawberries, fluffy whipped cream, and a buttery biscuit that soaks up all the sweetness. Whether you’re hosting a backyard get-together or just craving something classic, this homemade strawberry shortcake is the recipe you’ll want on repeat.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this recipe because it uses simple, everyday ingredients—nothing fancy or hard to find. The result is a fresh, light dessert that’s perfect for warm days when you want something sweet but not too heavy. It’s also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, whether you’re serving it family-style at a gathering or plating individual portions for a special touch.
Make It Your Own
Add herbs: A tiny bit of chopped basil or mint adds a grown-up twist.
Make ahead: The shortcakes can be made the day before. Reheat gently before serving.
Try other berries: Blueberries or raspberries work great too!
Use Maison Zoe Ford Fluffy Buttermilk Bread for the shortcake for a quick shortcake recipe.
How to Make the Perfect Strawberry Shortcake from Scratch
Ingredients
For the Strawberries:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Shortcakes:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- 2/3 cup heavy cream plus more for brushing
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
For a quick shortcake recipe use our Maison Zoe Ford Fluffy Buttermilk Bread.
For the Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
Instructions
Prep the Strawberries
- In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and sugar. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes so they get juicy and syrupy—this will be your strawberry sauce.
Make the Shortcakes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the cream and vanilla bean paste just until the dough comes together. Don’t overmix.
- Turn out onto a floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick disk. Cut into circles with a biscuit cutter or glass. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with a little cream for a golden top.
- Bake 15–18 minutes until lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- For a quick shortcake recipe use our Maison Zoe Ford Fluffy Buttermilk Bread.
Whip the Cream
- In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla bean paste until soft peaks form.
- Or use our blog post on how to make How to Make Stabilized Whipped Cream.
Assemble
- Slice the shortcakes in half horizontally. Layer with a generous scoop of strawberries and whipped cream. Top with the other half and a little more of everything. You can even dust with powdered sugar for a pretty finish.
Bringing It All Together
Homemade strawberry shortcake is the kind of recipe that turns any ordinary day into a celebration. It’s rustic, charming, and so easy to make from scratch. Whether you’re serving it on your back porch with twinkle lights or just indulging at the kitchen counter, it’s a sweet reminder that the best things are often the simplest.
Leave a comment below if you try this recipe and how much you enjoyed this blog post! Don’t forget to check out last weeks blog post. Creamy Pesto Salad Dressing A Copycat From The Old Spaghetti Factory.
