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A strawberry shortcake filled with whipped cream and strawberries and dusted with powdered sugar on a plate with a bowl of whipped cream and a bowl of strawberries in the background.
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Strawberry Shortcake For One

This single serving strawberry shortcake features a tender, buttery biscuit topped with sweet strawberries and freshly whipped cream. It’s a simple, classic dessert that’s easy to make and perfectly portioned for one.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Cooling Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, British
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: biscuit, shortcake, strawberry, strawberry shortcake
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cold salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ cup sliced strawberries
  • whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
  • Optional: powdered sugar for topping
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Add cold, chopped butter and cut it into the flour mixture using your fingers, a fork, pastry cutter, or food processor until it looks like coarse crumbs.
  • Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. If the dough is too wet, add 1/2 tablespoon more flour.
  • Drop the dough onto a parchment- or Silpat-lined baking sheet and gently shape it into a circle.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 10 more minutes.
  • Slice the biscuit in half. Add strawberries and whipped cream to the bottom half, then place the top half over it. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

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Notes

  • Wash Berries Last Minute: Rinse strawberries just before using to keep them fresh longer.
  • Keep Ingredients Cold: Cold butter and milk help create a flaky, tender biscuit.
  • Don’t Overmix: Stir the dough just until combined to avoid dense or chewy biscuits.
  • Measure Flour Correctly: Spoon flour into a measuring cup, then level it off. Avoid scooping directly from the bag.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 617kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 834mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 765IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 3mg

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