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Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

A plant-based twist on the classic shortcake with fluffy biscuits, juicy strawberries, and cloud-like whipped cream—chic, easy, and irresistible.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh strawberries: 3 cups sliced
  • Granulated sugar: 1/3 cup
  • All-purpose flour or gluten-free blend: 2 cups
  • Baking powder: 1 tbsp
  • Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp
  • Coconut oil solid: 1/2 cup
  • Plant-based milk: 3/4 cup
  • Apple cider vinegar: 1 tsp
  • Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
  • Coconut cream chilled, full-fat: 1 cup
  • Powdered sugar: 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Toss strawberries with granulated sugar; let rest 15 minutes until juicy.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheet with parchment.
  3. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cut in coconut oil until mixture resembles crumbs.
  5. Mix milk, vinegar, and vanilla; stir into dry mix to form dough.
  6. Pat dough to 1-inch thickness, cut into 6 rounds, and place on sheet.
  7. Bake 15–18 minutes, until golden brown.
  8. Cool biscuits on rack for 10 minutes.
  9. Whip coconut cream with powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  10. Split biscuits, layer with strawberries and cream, then stack dramatically.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 21%
  • Calcium: 8%
  • Iron: 10%
  • Potassium: 9%
  • Magnesium: 7%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Chill coconut cream overnight or risk sad, runny topping.
  • For extra crunch, sprinkle biscuit tops with sugar before baking.
  • Use ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness—green ones are mood killers.
  • Drizzle melted vegan chocolate for a luxe finishing touch.