Ah, strawberry shortcake. Sweet, fruity, and light… until we decided to throw coffee cream into the mix. Because why not ruin the “healthy” part of this dessert with a rich, decadent twist? These strawberry shortcakes are as classic as it gets, but with a grown-up, caffeinated kick. Imagine biting into buttery shortcake layers, topped with juicy strawberries and finished off with a smooth, indulgent coffee cream. It’s the sweet and bitter combo you didn’t know you needed. No need to thank us. Just enjoy the ride.

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10 Strawberry Shortcake with Coffee Cream

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Decadent strawberry shortcake topped with rich coffee cream, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and coffee bitterness.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Shortcake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp cold butter cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • For the Coffee Cream:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp instant coffee granules
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Strawberries:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 2 tbsp sugar optional, for macerating

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Prepare Shortcake Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Add Wet Ingredients: Add egg and heavy cream. Stir until dough forms. Turn onto a floured surface and knead briefly.
  • Shape and Bake: Pat dough into a rectangle and cut into 10 squares. Place on the baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Prepare Strawberries: Slice strawberries and mix with sugar. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to release juice.
  • Make the Coffee Cream: Whip heavy cream with instant coffee granules, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  • Assemble: Split shortcakes in half. Layer with strawberries and a generous dollop of coffee cream.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Total Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 8%
  • Vitamin C: 40%
  • Calcium: 4%
  • Iron: 6%
  • Magnesium: 2%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • For extra decadence, drizzle chocolate syrup over the top.
  • Use fresh whipped cream for a lighter version.
  • Let the strawberries macerate longer for a juicier topping.

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