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Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
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Strawberry Shortcake Recipe from Scratch - A Large Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: homemade strawberry shortcake, large strawberry shortcake, strawberry shortcake from scratch, super strawberry shortcake
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 404kcal
Author: Barbara

Ingredients

  • 1 quart strawberries
  • 1 cup sugar (for strawberries)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar (for shortcake)
  • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 Tablespoons Butter or Margarine, softened
  • Cream or Half and Half (optional)
  • Whipped Topping or Whipping Cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spray a 8 inch round cake pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Slice strawberries. Stir in 1 cup of sugar, and let rest for 1 hour or until the strawberries because syrupy.
    Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
  • Combine flour, 2 Tablespoons sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
    Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
  • Cut in shortening to the flour mixture until the mixture looks like a meal.
    Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
  • Stir in milk gently; pat into prepared cake pan.
    Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
    Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
  • While warm, split the shortcake in half, and butter both sides.
    Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!
  • Layer strawberries, whipped topping and shortcake. If desired, pour cream over top while warm to serve.
    Making strawberry shortcake from scratch is easy!  Follow this simple recipe for a large strawberry shortcake that will serve a crowd.  This simple dessert is a show-stopper!

Notes

  • Let the strawberries sit long enough so a syrup forms.  Pour all the syrup onto the shortcake.  
  • The strawberries will seem extra sweet, but that's ok.  The shortcake has very little sugar.
  • If using self-rising flour, omit baking powder and salt. 
  • Don't skip buttering the inside layers of the shortcake.  This takes it over the top. 
  • The old fashioned way to eat this is topped with cream or half and half.  You wouldn't even need the whipped topping in that case.
  • Love strawberries? Try Grandma's Strawberry Pie. 
  • The nutritional information below is auto-calculated and can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 404kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 509mg | Potassium: 263mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg