Easy Strawberry Shortcake for Beginners

A sweet summer dessert you can whip up in under 30 minutes! If you’re craving something light, fruity, and nostalgic — this strawberry shortcake recipe is the ultimate go-to. With just a few simple ingredients and no fancy baking skills required, it’s the perfect treat for lazy afternoons, picnics, or impressing your friends without breaking a sweat.

Ingredients:

For the shortcakes:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
• ⅔ cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the filling:

• 1 pint fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional)

What Does It Mean When You Dream About Snakes?

1. Prep the strawberries

In a bowl, toss sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Let them sit for 15 minutes until juicy.

2. Make the shortcakes

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
• Cut in the butter with your hands or a pastry cutter until the mix looks crumbly.
• Stir in milk and vanilla until just combined (don’t overmix).
• Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet or shape into 6 mini rounds.
• Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden. Let cool.

3. Whip the cream

Using a hand mixer, beat the heavy cream with vanilla and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

4. Assemble your masterpiece

Slice the shortcakes in half. Layer with strawberries and whipped cream. Top with the other half and more cream and berries!

Optional Add-Ons:

• A drizzle of chocolate syrup
• Lemon zest in the cream
• Vanilla ice cream on the side

❤️ Why You’ll Love It:

• No special tools required
• Kid-friendly
• Great for date nights, BBQs, or just treating yourself