Strawberry Shortcake Bliss! 
A sweet, creamy, and fruity delight—perfect for summer gatherings or a little self-indulgence!
Ingredients (Serves 
For the Shortcake:
1 ½ cups flour ½ cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt ¼ cup cold butter, cut into pieces 
½ cup milk 
1 egg 
1 tsp vanilla extract For the Filling & Topping: 2 cups sliced strawberries ¼ cup sugar (to macerate berries) 1 cup whipping cream 2 tbsp confectioners’ sugar ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Drizzle: ½ cup strawberry preserves 2 tbsp water
How to Make It
Bake the Shortcake:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch cake pan.
Mix dry ingredients; cut in butter until crumbly. Whisk milk, egg, and vanilla, then combine with dry mix.
Spread in pan and bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool on a rack.
Prepare the Berries & Cream: Toss strawberries with sugar and let sit for 30 minutes. Whip cream with confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
Make the Strawberry Drizzle: Heat strawberry preserves with water until syrupy.
Assemble the Shortcake:
Slice cake in half, layer with whipped cream and strawberries.
Add the top layer, more cream and berries, then drizzle with strawberry sauce.
To Serve:
Garnish with extra strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar!
Quick Info
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 20 min
Servings: 8 Calories: ~300-350 per serving
A light and refreshing treat that screams summer! 
Strawberry Shortcake Bliss!
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