Best Whole Wheat Strawberry Shortcakes Recipes

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WHOLE WHEAT STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES



Whole Wheat Strawberry Shortcakes image

Nothing says spring better than a fresh strawberry shortcake. It is heavenly. My mother and I usually make this with strawberries we picked ourselves. -Sarah Hatter, Brodhead, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled, divided
1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
SHORTCAKES:
2 cups whole wheat flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 large egg
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup honey
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a bowl, thoroughly mash 3/4 cup strawberries; stir in syrup. Cut remaining strawberries into 1/4-in. slices; add to crushed strawberries and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk egg, milk and honey until blended; stir into flour mixture just until moistened., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 8-10 times. Pat or roll dough to 3/4-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake 12-15 minutes or until light brown. Remove to wire racks to cool slightly., To serve, split shortcakes in half. Fill with strawberry mixture and whipped cream. Top with additional whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

WHOLE-WHEAT STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES



Whole-Wheat Strawberry Shortcakes image

This traditional dessert has been updated with a combination of whole-wheat and all-purpose flour, which gives the biscuits a slightly nutty and more crumbly texture. The whipped cream and fresh strawberry filling is as classic as ever.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup whole-wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for cutting dough
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup sugar, plus 3 tablespoons for strawberries
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 3/4 cups heavy cream
3 tablespoons melted butter
3 pints strawberries, trimmed and halved

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Combine flours, baking powder, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add 1 1/4 cups cream; combine. Turn out onto a floured surface; knead.
  • When smooth, press dough to about 1 inch thick. Use a 2-inch circle cutter or a glass to cut biscuits, dipping cutter in flour as needed. Press scraps together; cut out remaining biscuits. Dip top of each in melted butter, and transfer to a parchment- lined baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until golden.
  • Sprinkle berries with remaining sugar; stir. Whisk remaining 1 1/2 cups cream in a bowl until soft peaks form. Serve biscuits and berries topped with whipped cream.

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