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Strawberry Shortcake

Keto Strawberry Shortcake: A Guilt-Free Sweet Escape

This Keto Strawberry Shortcake is a delightful, guilt-free twist on the classic dessert, perfect for a low-carb lifestyle.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cool Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shortcake
  • 2 cups Finely Ground Blanched Almond Flour Essential for moisture and structure
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Erythritol/Monk Fruit Sweetener Sugar substitute providing sweetness without calories
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensures a light and fluffy texture
  • 1/4 tsp Fine Sea Salt Enhances the overall flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (Cold) Keeps the shortcake moist
  • 2 large Eggs (Room Temperature) Critical for binding and rising
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the flavor of strawberries
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Choose ripe for optimal sweetness
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Adds richness to the topping
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances depth of flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Macerate Strawberries
  1. Slice fresh strawberries and place them in a medium bowl. Sprinkle with powdered erythritol and add lemon juice. Toss gently to combine, then let sit for 20-30 minutes.
Preheat Oven
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make Shortcake Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, powdered erythritol, baking powder, and sea salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Combine Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Form and Bake Dough
  1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Shape the dough into a circle on the baking sheet. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool Cake
  1. Remove shortcake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes.
Prepare Whipped Cream
  1. In a chilled mixing bowl, combine cold heavy whipping cream with powdered erythritol and vanilla extract. Whip until stiff peaks form.
Assemble Shortcake
  1. Slice the cooled shortcake in half. Layer one half with macerated strawberries and whipped cream, then top with the other half and more whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store at room temperature for 1 day; refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days or freeze unassembled for up to 3 months.

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