Introduction
Strawberry shortcake is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a classic dessert that is loved by people of all ages. This dessert is made with fresh strawberries, fluffy cake, and whipped cream. It is perfect for summer barbecues, birthday parties, or any other special occasion. In this article, we will be sharing a delicious recipe for Bon Appetit Strawberry Shortcake.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberries:
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
For the Whipped Cream:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan. 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. Add the butter and mix with a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 6. While the cake is baking, prepare the strawberries. In a medium bowl, mix together the sliced strawberries and sugar. Set aside. 7. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. 8. Once the cake is done baking, let it cool for a few minutes before slicing it in half horizontally. 9. Place the bottom half of the cake on a serving plate, and spread half of the whipped cream over it. Then, spoon half of the strawberries over the whipped cream. 10. Place the top half of the cake over the strawberries and repeat with the remaining whipped cream and strawberries. 11. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
This recipe serves 8 people and each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 478
- Total Fat: 28.6g
- Saturated Fat: 17.4g
- Cholesterol: 139mg
- Sodium: 373mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 52.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugars: 30.4g
- Protein: 5.9g
Conclusion
The Bon Appetit Strawberry Shortcake recipe is a delicious dessert that you can enjoy any time of the year. It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. The combination of fresh strawberries, fluffy cake, and whipped cream is sure to please your taste buds. Give this recipe a try at your next gathering and watch as your guests rave about how delicious it is.
