Delicious Strawberry Shortcake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Strawberry Shortcake.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 300°F (150°C). While the oven warms up, lightly grease two 9-inch round cake pans to ensure your cake comes out easily later on.

2. Step 2

   In a mixing bowl, gently combine the sliced strawberries with 1/2 cup of sugar. Let this mixture chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the cake layers; this will enhance the sweetness of the strawberries.

3. Step 3

   In another bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, baking powder, salt, and a pinch of nutmeg. Next, cut in the softened butter using a knife or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This step is crucial for achieving that light, fluffy texture in your cake.

4. Step 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk the milk and egg yolks together until well combined. Gradually stir this mixture into the flour mixture until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix! Divide the dough in half and gently pat it into the prepared cake pans.

5. Step 5

   Now, let’s whip those egg whites! In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until they become foamy. Keep beating until stiff peaks form—this means when you lift your beater, the egg whites should hold their shape beautifully. Spread the whipped egg whites over the dough in each pan and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar for a sweet crust.

6. Step 6

   Pop the pans into your preheated oven and bake for about 40 to 45 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Once baked, let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Step 7

   To assemble your strawberry shortcake, place one cake layer on a large serving plate. Spread half of the sweetened whipped cream over the top, then spoon half of the chilled strawberries over the cream. Repeat this layering with the second cake layer, the remaining whipped cream, and the rest of the strawberries. For a lovely finishing touch, garnish with fresh mint sprigs if desired.