Description
This Tropical Strawberry Pineapple Shortcake is a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining juicy pineapple, sweet strawberries, and a fluffy shortcake base topped with creamy whipped cream. A tropical paradise in every bite! Perfect for summer gatherings and a fun, flavorful treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Shortcake:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp (85g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Fruit Filling:
- 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 cups (300g) fresh pineapple, finely chopped
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
For the Whipped Cream:
- 1½ cups (360ml) heavy whipping cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, chopped pineapple, sugar, and lime juice. Toss well and set aside to macerate for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Make the Shortcake:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the dough just comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 3-4 times. Pat into a ¾-inch thick round and cut into 6-8 biscuits using a biscuit cutter.
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Whipped Cream:
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the Shortcakes:
- Slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon the macerated fruit mixture onto the bottom half, followed by a dollop of whipped cream.
- Place the top half of the shortcake over the filling and add more whipped cream and fruit on top if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical flavors in every bite!
Notes
- Make sure to chill your mixing bowl before whipping the cream to achieve the best results.
- The fruit mixture can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 hours.
- Adjust sugar in the fruit filling based on your preference for sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg