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Slab Strawberry Shortcake

Slab Strawberry Shortcake: Easy Joy in Every Slice

This Slab Strawberry Shortcake is a crowd-pleasing dessert showcasing layers of fluffy cream and biscuit-like cake, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Gold Medal™ All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour works if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar adjust for personal sweetness preference
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder make sure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Salt can be omitted for low-sodium diets
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter chilled margarine is a great dairy-free alternative
  • 1 large Egg for a vegan version, try flax eggs
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream substitute half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar can be reduced for those watching sugar intake
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure extract to enhance taste
For the Strawberries
  • 1 pound Fresh Strawberries you can mix in other berries for a twist

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until evenly blended.
  3. Cut cold butter into cubes and add to flour mixture. Work the butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and combine it with the crumbly mixture until just combined.
  5. Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then whip until stiff peaks form.
  7. Wash, hull, and slice strawberries. Sprinkle with sugar if desired and let sit for 10 minutes.
  8. Slice the cooled cake into squares, layer with strawberries, and top with whipped cream.
  9. Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Ensure heavy cream is very cold before whipping for the best texture. Select ripe strawberries for optimal flavor.

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