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Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake
Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake that's classic yet never fails to impressive. Simple, stunning, and perfect for any spring or summer dessert occasion.
Servings 7
Ingredients
For the Biscuits:
- 1 recipe Gluten-Free Biscuits
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
For the Strawberries:
- 1-1/2 lbs strawberries trimmed then thinly sliced
- 6 Tablespoons powdered sugar
For the Homemade Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups (1 pint) heavy whipping cream very coold
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 6 Tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
For the Biscuits:
- Prepare the recipe for Gluten-Free Biscuits being sure to add 1 Tablespoon sugar to the dry ingredients portion of the recipe.
- Set the biscuits aside to cool, though don't let them sit out for several hours. This recipe is best made when the biscuit are less than an hour or so out of the oven.
For the Strawberries:
- Add the strawberries and powdered sugar to a medium-size mixing bowl then stir gently to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to several hours ahead of serving.
For the Homemade Whipped Cream:
- Place the bowl and whisk attachment of an electric stand mixer, or a large glass or stainless steel bowl and beaters if using a hand mixer, into the freezer to chill for at least 10 minutes.
- Add the ingredients to the chilled bowl then mix on low until the cream begins to thicken. Gradually turn the speed up to high then whip until the cream can hold its shape though is not lumpy, 2-3 minutes total.
Assembly:
- Use a serrated knife to slice a biscuit in half then place the bottom half on a plate. Add a scoop of strawberries plus a little of their juices followed by a spoonful of whipped cream. Place the second half of the biscuit on top then add a dollop of whipped cream followed by a spoonful of strawberries.
- Repeat with the remaining biscuits then serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe is best made up to a couple of hours after the biscuits have been baked then cooled, as GF biscuits can become stale-tasting after a few hours.
- Be sure the biscuits have cooled completely before adding the whipped cream, or else it can melt.