Bruster's Strawberry Shortcake Copycat

Indulge in the luxurious layers of Bruster's Strawberry Shortcake Copycat, a delightful recreation of the beloved classic dessert. This recipe blends freshly macerated strawberries, tender homemade shortcakes, and velvety vanilla ice cream for a perfect mix of sweetness and texture. The shortcakes, golden and buttery with a hint of vanilla, come together quickly with simple pantry staples like flour, baking powder, and cold butter. Topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a dusting of powdered sugar, this dessert is as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for summer parties or as an anytime treat, this strawberry shortcake will bring a touch of nostalgia and indulgence to your table. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s a showstopping dessert with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (sliced) Fresh strawberries
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for shortcake)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup (cold and cubed) Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 scoops Vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup (for topping) Whipped cream
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Toss together and let the mixture sit for 15-20 minutes to macerate the strawberries and release their juices.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and salt.

Step 4

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the cold cubed butter into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until just combined, being careful not to overmix the dough.

Step 6

Drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in 4 equal portions, shaping each into a roughly round shortcake about 1 inch thick.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the shortcakes are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 8

To assemble, carefully slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Place the bottom half on a serving plate.

Step 9

Spoon some of the macerated strawberries and their juices onto the bottom half of the shortcake.

Step 10

Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, followed by a dollop of whipped cream.

Step 11

Place the top half of the shortcake on top, then garnish with more strawberries, whipped cream, and a light dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy this decadent dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1198.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2500.1

Total Fat 94.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 297.1mg	0%
Sodium 2826.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 374.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 165.2g
Protein 42.9g	0%

Vitamin D 104.5IU	0%
Calcium 660.2mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 1555.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.8%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 59.4%