Vegan Strawberry Shortcake served with Vegan Whipped Cream
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November 15, 2024
This Vegan Strawberry Shortcake with Vegan Whipped Cream is a delightful dairy-free twist on the beloved summertime dessert. Light and tender shortcakes, baked golden and subtly sweet, are split and layered with juicy sliced strawberries and fluffy vegan whipped topping, creating a beautiful contrast of textures and flavors.
Infused with almond extract and made with plant-based ingredients, these shortcakes are as satisfying as their traditional counterparts. Finished with an extra spoonful of strawberries and whipped cream on top, this dessert is as pretty as it is delicious—perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a refreshing end to any meal.
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Ingredients:
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| 2cups flour all-purpose | |
| 0.5cup almond meal | |
| 3tablespoons turbinado sugar | |
| 1teaspoon baking soda | |
| 0.5teaspoon salt | |
| 1cup almond milk | |
| 1tablespoon apple cider vinegar | |
| 0.5cup vegetable oil | |
| 1 tiny drop of almond extract | |
| 3cups strawberries washed, hulled, quartered |
Directions
1.
Prepare the Strawberries
Slice the strawberries and place them in a glass bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
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2.
Make the Shortcakes
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). | 2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flours, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. | 3. In a small bowl, add 1 teaspoon of water and the sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar. | 4. In a large bowl, combine the almond milk, vinegar, oil, sugar-water mixture, and almond extract. Whisk together until well combined. | 5. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually add the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. | 6. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. | 7. Drop the batter by generous tablespoons, spacing them a few inches apart (5 per baking sheet).
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3.
Bake the Shortcakes
1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shortcakes are lightly golden on top. | 2. Allow the shortcakes to cool, then slice each in half using a serrated knife.
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4.
Assemble the Shortcakes
1. On the bottom half of each shortcake, add a generous dollop of vegan whipped topping, followed by a spoonful of strawberries. | 2. Place the top half of the shortcake on top. | 3. Add a bit more whipped topping to the top and spoon a few more strawberries over it.
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5.
Serve
Serve the assembled shortcakes on individual dessert plates and enjoy!
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Recipe content adapted from Foodista, modified and licensed under CC BY 3.0.
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