Description
Shortcake Spring Dream – a soft, airy shortcake layered with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and floral notes to celebrate the essence of spring. Description Strawberry Shortcake Spring Dream is the ultimate spring dessert—featuring buttery vanilla shortcake, juicy strawberries, and delicate whipped cream with a hint of floral sweetness. Light, fresh, and elegant, it’s perfect for Easter, brunches, or garden parties.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for spring brightness)
- Strawberry Filling
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp rosewater or elderflower syrup (optional, for floral note)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 tsp elderflower syrup or floral essence
Instructions
- Prep Strawberries: Mix sliced strawberries with sugar, lemon juice, and floral essence (if using). Let sit to macerate for 20–30 minutes.
- Make Shortcake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in buttermilk, vanilla, and lemon zest until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle, and cut into 6 rounds. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes until golden. Cool on rack.
- Whip Cream: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla (and optional floral syrup) until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: Slice each shortcake in half. Layer with whipped cream and strawberries, then top with more cream and a few fresh strawberry slices.
Notes
- For a light twist, you can replace some whipped cream with Greek yogurt or mascarpone.
- Elderflower or rosewater gives the dessert an elegant floral upgrade—go easy for a balanced note.
- Best served fresh, but shortcakes can be made a day ahead.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
