Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake Bites
Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake Bites are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, featuring gluten-free sponge cake, fresh strawberries, and a dollop of whipped cream. These bite-sized treats are perfect for anyone following a gluten-free diet, offering all the delicious flavors of traditional shortcake in a smaller, more portable form.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 15min
- Total Time: 30min
- Yield: 12 bites
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
– 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
– 1/2 tsp baking powder (gluten-free)
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free milk)
– 1 large egg
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 2 tbsp powdered sugar
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Add the softened butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until a smooth batter forms.
4. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the shortcake bites are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. While the shortcakes bake, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
7. Let the shortcake bites cool completely before topping them with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
8. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
– For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with a dairy-free butter alternative and use dairy-free milk.
– If you prefer a sweeter shortcake, you can increase the sugar in the batter by 2 tablespoons.
– The shortcake bites can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg