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Delicious strawberry shortcake dessert for a crowd, served on a platter.

Strawberry Shortcake

This nostalgic strawberry shortcake features fluffy sponge cake, luscious strawberries, and creamy whipped topping, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Celebration, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups buttermilk Or substitute with whole milk + 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract (optional)
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 8 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
For the Whipped Cream
  • 4 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x13-inch pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually blend in the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and almond extract.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Pour the batter into your prepared pans.
  5. Bake for about 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
Strawberry Filling
  1. In a large bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let them sit for about 30 minutes to macerate.
Whipped Cream
  1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, gradually adding the powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond extract until soft peaks form.
Assembly
  1. Place one layer of cake on a large serving platter, spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the top, and spoon on the strawberries.
  2. Add the second layer of cake and repeat the process. Top with any remaining whipped cream and strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

For variation, use different berries, a vegan alternative with almond milk, or add cocoa powder for a chocolate version. Assemble just before serving for freshness.

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