Luscious Lemon Strawberry Shortcake
Strawberry shortcake is a classic summertime dessert that is perfect almost any time.
Ingredients
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 3 T. granulated sugar
- 1 T. baking powder
- 1/4 t. salt
- 1 t. lemon zest
- 1-1/2 c. heavy whipping cream
- 6 c. strawberries sliced
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 T. sugar
- whipped cream for filling the shortcakes, store-bought or homemade
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
- Pour in whipping cream and stir with a spoon until a thick dough forms.
- Using a large spoon or cookie scoop, scoop the shortcakes onto prepared baking sheet. You should get 8 medium-sized shortcakes.
- Bake 15-17 minutes or until the shortcakes are golden brown on top.
- While the shortcakes are baking, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium bowl and let macerate.
- Once shortcakes are baked, let them cool completely before slicing.
- When ready to serve, slice each shortcake in half and fill with whipped cream and macerated strawberries. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Luscious Lemon Strawberry Shortcake
Amount per Serving
Calories
465
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
34
mg
11
%
Sodium
476
mg
21
%
Potassium
465
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
83
g
28
%
Fiber
7
g
29
%
Sugar
27
g
30
%
Protein
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
469
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
142
mg
172
%
Calcium
248
mg
25
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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