Skillet Strawberry Shortcake: A Simple, Delicious Twist

This Skillet Strawberry Shortcake combines ripe strawberries with buttery cake, offering a quick and delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake

2 cups all-purpose flour Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option.
0.5 cups white sugar Substitute with honey for a natural touch.
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 cup cold buttermilk Replace with almond milk mixed with vinegar for dairy-free.
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
0.5 cups cold unsalted butter Or swap for vegan butter for dairy-free.

For the Strawberries

2 cups sliced strawberries Choose the ripest ones for the best flavor.
2 tablespoons sugar For macerating strawberries.
1 teaspoon lemon zest

For the Whipped Cream

1 cup heavy whipping cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
2 tablespoons sugar For sweetening the cream.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract For enhancing flavor.

Equipment

10-inch cast iron skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease the skillet lightly, lining the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well blended.
Add cubed butter to the flour mixture and rub it in until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Make a well in the dry mix, pour in the buttermilk mixture, and stir gently until just combined.
Transfer the dough to the skillet and press the sliced strawberries into the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool for about 10 minutes, then mix sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon zest.
Whip the cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Slice the cake and serve warm topped with macerated strawberries and whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold ingredients and check the baking time starting at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking.

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