Sheet Pan Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
Ingredients
Shortcake
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar granulated
- 5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter cold, 2 sticks
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Whipped Cream
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Strawberry Topping
- 2 pounds strawberries washed and sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar granulated, more or less depending on berry sweetness
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- chamomile flowers optional
Instructions
Shortcake
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Preheat oven to 400℉ and set aside a non stick 13x10 sheet pan.
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If using a food processor, add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in food processor. Pulse briefly to combine. Add cold butter to food processor and pulse briefly several times until butter is combined with flour and mixture resembles coarse sand. Transfer mixture to mixing bowl and stir in eggs, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract. Stir just until combined.
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Transfer shortcake dough to sheet pan and use slightly damp hand to spread dough evenly on sheet pan. Use a spoor or spatula to smooth dough.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until shortcake is golden brown. Remove and let cool completely.
Whipped Cream
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In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together until soft peaks form. Do not over beat. You can also use a stand mixer with a whisk attachment.
Strawberry Topping
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Slice strawberries and mix with sugar and lemon juice.
To Assemble Strawberry Shortcake
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Let shortcake cool, then top with whipped cream, followed by strawberries. Serve immediately for best results.