Mimi's Shortcake

Mimi's Shortcake is the ultimate homemade dessert that combines tender, buttery biscuits with sweet macerated strawberries and a cloud-like whipped cream topping. Perfectly golden and flaky, these shortcakes are made from scratch using a simple blend of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold butter for that signature crumbly texture. Fresh strawberries are lightly sugared to release their natural juices, creating a luscious filling that pairs beautifully with the silky, vanilla-infused whipped cream. Ready in under 45 minutes, this classic recipe is a showstopper for any occasion, whether you're celebrating summer's bounty or craving a comforting treat. Serve this strawberry shortcake masterpiece warm for an unforgettable dessert!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for shortcake)
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 0.75 cups Heavy cream (for shortcake)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 4 cups Fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar (for strawberries)
• 1 cups Heavy cream (for whipped topping)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for whipped topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the 3/4 cup heavy cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Gradually add this to the dry mixture, stirring gently until the dough just comes together.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Use a round biscuit cutter (or a glass) to cut out shortcake rounds.

Step 6

Place the rounds onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little heavy cream for a golden finish.

Step 7

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

Step 8

While the shortcakes bake, prepare the strawberries. In a bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Let them macerate for about 15 minutes until they release their juices.

Step 9

For the whipped topping, beat 1 cup heavy cream, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form.

Step 10

To assemble, slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Place the bottom half on a plate, spoon some strawberries with their juices onto it, and add a dollop of whipped cream. Top with the other shortcake half and repeat the layers if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your classic Mimi’s Shortcake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1495.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3786.4

Total Fat 249.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 155.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 727.6mg	0%
Sodium 2692.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 144.1g
Protein 38.3g	0%

Vitamin D 110.4IU	0%
Calcium 430.3mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 1346.8mg	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: 59.1%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 36.9%