How to Make Large Strawberry Shortcake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a delicious strawberry shortcake to make you feel like summer is just around the corner. This classic dessert is a perfect way to showcase the sweet, juicy goodness of fresh strawberries. And if you're in the mood to make a big impression, then this recipe for a large strawberry shortcake is just what you need.

When it comes to strawberry shortcake, the more, the merrier! This recipe results in a large, shareable dessert that's perfect for feeding a crowd at...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅓ cup shortening
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup honey

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine strawberries and sugar in a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8 to 10 times.
  • Divide dough in half. Gently pat each portion into an 8-inch circle on the 2 prepared baking sheets. Brush each with butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • While shortcakes cool, beat cream in a large bowl until it begins to thicken. Add honey; beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Place 1 cooled shortcake on a serving platter; layer with 1/2 of the strawberries and whipped cream. Top with remaining shortcake, strawberries, and cream. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    434 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 323mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 99mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 224mg