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Strawberry Shortcake
Nawaal Ahmed

Easy Homemade Strawberry Shortcake with Yogurt Cream

Healthy Strawberry Shortcake with Creamy Yogurt Topping
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
  • 2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp milk for brushing
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 2 tsp granulated sugar for strawberries
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt for topping
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper
  2. Combine the flour, whole-wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl until evenly mixed
  3. Stir in the yogurt and milk, mixing gently until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms
  4. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and bring it together without overworking
  5. Pat the dough into a thick rectangle and cut into equal portions
  6. Place the pieces onto the prepared tray and lightly brush the tops with milk
  7. Bake until the tops are golden and the edges feel firm, about 15–17 minutes
  8. Let the shortcakes cool slightly on a rack while preparing the filling
  9. Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon zest until they become glossy and juicy
  10. Mix yogurt, honey, and vanilla until smooth and creamy
  11. Slice the shortcakes in half and layer with strawberries and yogurt cream
  12. Spoon extra strawberries and cream on top just before serving

Notes

Protein: 9 g

Carbohydrates: 32 g

Fat: 4 g
Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 10 g

Sodium: 180 mg