Description
Skillet Strawberry Shortcake is a delightful summer dessert that combines the warmth of buttery shortcake with juicy, sweet strawberries and a cloud of whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make dish offers a burst of flavor and nostalgia in every bite. Gather your friends and family around the table for a heartwarming treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Strawberries: Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and let sit to create syrup.
- 2. Make the Shortcake Batter: In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly.
- 3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Gradually add heavy cream to the dry mixture until it forms a soft dough.
- 4. Cook It Up: Preheat skillet over medium heat, add butter, drop spoonfuls of dough, and cook until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side).
- 5. Layer It: Slice shortcakes horizontally, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then top with the other half.
- 6. Serve: Drizzle any leftover strawberry syrup over assembled shortcakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg