Paleo Strawberry Shortcake
Strawberry Shortcake – the dessert you pretend to only eat on special occasions. But let’s be real, it’s perfect anytime. This Paleo version swaps out all the gluten-filled, sugar-heavy stuff for a lighter, healthier take. Fresh strawberries, fluffy shortcake, and a creamy topping that doesn’t make you feel guilty. No flour, no dairy, just pure, indulgent goodness that’s actually good for you. So go ahead, make this. You deserve it—without the post-sugar crash. And let’s face it, this isn’t just a dessert; it’s a moment of happiness in a bowl.
Paleo Strawberry Shortcake
A lighter, guilt-free version of strawberry shortcake that’s still as delicious. Fresh, fruity, and Paleo-approved!
Ingredients
For the Shortcake:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
- 1 egg or flax egg for vegan
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup coconut cream chilled
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
For the Strawberries:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, egg, and vanilla. Stir to form dough.
- Shape dough into 6 small rounds and place on the pan.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden and firm.
- While baking, slice strawberries and toss with maple syrup.
- For the topping, whip coconut cream with maple syrup until fluffy.
- Assemble shortcakes: place one on a plate, top with strawberries and coconut cream.
- Repeat for the rest of the servings. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 2%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Magnesium: 6%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- For extra decadence, add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the shortcake dough.
- Make it extra fancy by adding a few fresh mint leaves as garnish.
- If you like your shortcake a little sweeter, drizzle more maple syrup over the top.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prep—make the shortcakes in advance and assemble when ready to eat!
