Strawberry Shortcake: A Simple Delight for Everyone
A classic and easy strawberry shortcake recipe perfect for any occasion. This delightful dessert features fresh strawberries, sweet sugar, and tender sponge cake cups, all topped with whipped cream. It's a simple yet elegant treat that everyone will love.
Equipment
- container
- serving plate
Ingredients
- 1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
- ΒΌ cup sugar
- 10 ounces sponge cake dessert cups (12 cups total)
- 1 6.5-ounce can whipped cream
- Optional toppings powdered sugar, lemon zest, or other berries
Instructions
- Wash and dry strawberries, reserving 6 whole berries for garnish. Hull and slice the remaining berries.
- Combine sliced strawberries and sugar in a container. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
- Place 6 dessert cake cups on a serving plate and add whipped cream to each cup.
- Spoon the macerated strawberries over the cream in each cup.
- Place a second cake cup on top of each stack.
- Finish each shortcake with additional whipped cream and a whole strawberry.
Notes
Assemble immediately before serving to prevent the sponge cake from becoming soggy. Fresh strawberries are preferred over frozen for the best texture.