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Classic Strawberry Shortcake with Whipped Cream Recipe

A luscious vegan dessert combining tender shortcake, juicy strawberries, and airy whipped cream—simple, stylish, and surprisingly guilt-free.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 295

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh strawberries: 3 cups sliced
  • Granulated sugar: 1/3 cup
  • All-purpose flour: 2 cups
  • Baking powder: 1 tbsp
  • Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp
  • Coconut oil solid, not melted: 1/2 cup
  • Plant-based milk soy or almond: 3/4 cup
  • Apple cider vinegar: 1 tsp
  • Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
  • Coconut cream chilled, from full-fat can: 1 cup
  • Powdered sugar: 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Toss strawberries with granulated sugar in a bowl. Let them rest for 15 minutes until juicy and sweet.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cut in coconut oil until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Mix plant-based milk with vinegar and vanilla, then stir into flour blend to form dough.
  6. Turn dough onto floured surface, gently pat into 1-inch thick round, and cut into 6 biscuits.
  7. Place biscuits on baking sheet and bake 15–18 minutes, until golden brown.
  8. Let biscuits cool slightly on rack.
  9. For whipped cream: beat chilled coconut cream with powdered sugar until fluffy.
  10. Slice biscuits, layer with strawberries, top with whipped cream, and stack dramatically.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 295
  • Total Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 22%
  • Calcium: 8%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Potassium: 10%
  • Magnesium: 7%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Chill the coconut cream overnight for the fluffiest texture.
  • Don’t overwork biscuit dough—treat it like a delicate ego.
  • Use ripe, sweet strawberries, because bland fruit equals boring dessert.
  • For extra flair, drizzle melted vegan chocolate on top.