Lower-Calorie Strawberry Shortcake
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Indulge in this healthy version of a springtime classic. We've cut more than half the calories and fat from this traditional fruity favorite.


Lower-Calorie Strawberry Shortcake

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Servings: Makes 8 servings.
Prep Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
Related Categories: Healthy Dessert, Heart Healthy Desserts, Strawberries, Strawberry Desserts, Strawberry Shortcake
 
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Ingredients
  • 3  cups
    sliced fresh strawberries
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  • 2  tablespoons
    sugar
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  • 1-2/3  cups
    all-purpose flour
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  • 1  tablespoons
    sugar
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  • 2  teaspoons
    baking powder
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    baking soda
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  • 3  tablespoons
    margarine
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  • 1 
    beaten egg
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  • 1/2  cup
    buttermilk or skim milk
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    Nonstick spray coating
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  • 1  1.4-ounce
    envelope whipped dessert topping mix
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  • 1/2  cup
    skim milk
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Directions
1.
Combine strawberries and the 2 tablespoons sugar. Cover and let stand in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 3 hours.
2.
In a mixing bowl stir together flour, the 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Cut in margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine egg and buttermilk. Add to flour mixture all at once, stirring until combined.
3.
Spray an 8-inch round baking pan with nonstick spray coating. With lightly floured hands, pat dough into pan. Bake in a 450 degree F oven about 10 minutes or until golden. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove from pan and cool completely, or serve shortcake warm.
4.
Meanwhile, prepare whipped dessert topping mix according to package directions using the skim milk.
5.
Split shortcake into 2 layers. Place the bottom layer on a serving plate. Top with some of the berries, then add the second layer of shortcake. Spoon dessert topping and the remaining strawberries on top of cake. Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 231, Total Fat 8 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 193 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 5 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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