Description
This Sheet Pan Strawberry Shortcake recipe is a delightful plant-based dessert combining juicy fresh strawberries, a fluffy biscuit base, and rich whipped plant-based cream. Easy to prepare with everything baked together on one sheet pan, this recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, fresh, and tender textures ideal for gatherings or simple treats any time.
Ingredients
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Biscuit Base
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold plant-based butter
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon natural apple cider vinegar
Strawberry Mixture
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Whipped Cream Topping
- 1 cup cold plant-based cream
Instructions
- Prepare and Marinate the Strawberries: Slice fresh strawberries into even pieces and toss them with 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (natural), a splash of natural vanilla extract, and a pinch of natural gelling agent. Set aside to macerate so they release their juices and become tender.
- Mix the Biscuit Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar (natural), and salt. Cut in cold plant-based butter using your fingertips or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in plant-based milk combined with natural apple cider vinegar just until combined to form a soft dough.
- Assemble on the Sheet Pan: Press the biscuit dough evenly into a greased sheet pan. Scatter the marinated strawberries and all their juices evenly over the top, ensuring each bite blends fluffy biscuit with juicy strawberry flavor.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 to 30 minutes, until the biscuit edges turn golden brown and the strawberry juices are bubbling invitingly.
- Whip the Plant-Based Cream: While the shortcake bakes, whip cold plant-based cream until soft peaks form, creating a luscious topping that will melt into the warm shortcake.
- Serve with Cream and Enjoy: Once slightly cooled, spread or dollop the whipped plant-based cream over slices of the baked strawberry shortcake and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use cold plant-based butter to ensure flakier biscuit layers with tender crumb.
- Do not overmix the dough; stir just until ingredients come together to avoid dense biscuits.
- Marinate strawberries early to develop luscious juices that soak into the biscuit.
- Press dough evenly on the sheet pan to cook uniformly and avoid thick or thin spots.
- Let shortcake cool slightly before adding whipped plant-based cream to prevent it from melting completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Sheet Pan Strawberry Shortcake, plant-based dessert, strawberry dessert, biscuit shortcake, vegan shortcake, dairy-free dessert