Jul 17 2026

Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Time45m
Serves6

House Made Marble Pound Cake Soaked with Strawberry Syrup Layered with Whipped Cream & Fresh Strawberry Slices -Drizzled w/ Coffee Liquor & Sprinkled w/ Pistachio Nuts

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Strawberries

    Wash and slice the fresh strawberries. In a bowl, toss them with the strawberry syrup and let them sit for about 15 minutes to soak up the flavor.

  2. 2

    Make the Whipped Cream

    In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar. Use a hand mixer to whip until soft peaks form. Add vanilla extract and continue to whip until stiff peaks form.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Shortcake

    Slice the marble pound cake into thick layers. On a serving plate, layer one slice of pound cake, spoon over a generous amount of the marinated strawberries, and top with whipped cream. Repeat with another layer.

  4. 4

    Add Final Touches

    Drizzle the coffee liqueur over the top layer of whipped cream. Finally, sprinkle chopped pistachio nuts over the entire cake for garnish.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Slice and serve the strawberry shortcake immediately for the best flavor and texture.

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