Super-Easy Strawberry Shortcake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 box (1 pound) of plain shortcake mix
• 1 cup of water
• 2 pints of fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup of confectioners' sugar

Preparation Time:

• 10 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine shortcake mix and water. Stir until just combined.
3. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto an ungreased baking sheet.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. While shortcakes are baking, make strawberry filling. In a medium bowl, combine strawberries, sugar, and cinnamon.
6. Whip heavy cream and confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form.
7. Once shortcakes are cooled, split them in half and spoon strawberry filling on the bottom half.
8. Top with whipped cream and enjoy!

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Light and fluffy
• Sweet and tangy
• Perfect for summer parties or any special occasion

User Comments:

• "This is the best strawberry shortcake I've ever had!"
• "It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing."
• "I love that it's not too sweet."
• "The whipped cream adds the perfect finishing touch."
• "This is a recipe I'll be making over and over again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure not to overmix the shortcake dough, as this will make it tough.
• If you don't have fresh strawberries, you can use frozen strawberries that have been thawed and drained.
• For a more decadent treat, you can drizzle chocolate sauce or caramel over the whipped cream.