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Quick Strawberry Sheet Shortcake topped with whipped cream and fresh berries
Callie Brooks

Strawberry Sheet Shortcake

This strawberry sheet shortcake is a fluffy vanilla cake topped with macerated strawberries and whipped cream — perfect for sharing at summer gatherings. Inspired by the flavors of Shoney’s Strawberry Pie but easier and made in one pan, it’s a nostalgic crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar (1 cup for cake, 1/4 cup for berries)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract (1 tsp for cake, 1 tsp for whipped cream)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 lbs fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups cold heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or hand mixer
  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • rubber spatula
  • whisk
  • Chilled bowl for whipping cream
  • knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Slice strawberries and toss with 1/4 cup sugar. Let rest for at least 30 minutes to release juices.
  2. Cream softened butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with milk, mixing just until combined.
  4. Spread batter into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  5. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and remaining vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  6. Spread whipped cream over the cooled cake. Top with macerated strawberries and their juices.
  7. Cut into squares and serve. Optionally garnish with mint leaves or chocolate drizzle.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Chill mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream. Taste strawberries before adjusting sugar. Assemble just before serving to avoid sogginess. Can be made gluten-free using a 1:1 baking blend. For a festive look, garnish with blueberries or mint leaves.

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