Low FODMAP Oven Medium

Low FODMAP Strawberry Shortcake

Light, tender biscuits topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. A summer classic made FODMAP-friendly.

Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
15m
Total Time
40m
Servings
6
Low FODMAP Strawberry Shortcake

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar. Let macerate 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  3. 3

    Whisk together flour, xanthan gum, salt, baking powder, and sugar.

  4. 4

    Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  5. 5

    Add milk and stir until just combined.

  6. 6

    Drop dough in 6 rounds onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  7. 7

    Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

  8. 8

    Cool shortcakes on a wire rack.

  9. 9

    Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

  10. 10

    Split shortcakes in half horizontally.

  11. 11

    Place bottom halves on plates.

  12. 12

    Spoon strawberries and juices over bottoms.

  13. 13

    Add dollops of whipped cream.

  14. 14

    Place shortcake tops and serve immediately.

FODMAP Notes

Strawberries are low FODMAP at 5 medium berries per serving - this recipe portions appropriately. Use lactose-free milk and cream. Gluten-free flour blend is safe.

Tips

  • 💡 Keep butter very cold for tender biscuits
  • 💡 Don't overmix the dough
  • 💡 Macerate berries at least 30 minutes
  • 💡 Serve immediately after assembling

Recipe Notes

Fresh strawberry shortcake is the taste of summer. Light, fluffy biscuits meet sweet juicy berries and billowy whipped cream - simple but absolutely perfect.

Substitutions

  • Butter: Dairy-free butter
  • Cream: Coconut whipped cream
  • Berries: Blueberries or mixed berries

Storage

  • Shortcakes: Best same day, can store unfilled 2 days
  • Assembled: Serve immediately

FODMAP Stacking Note

One shortcake with topping is a low FODMAP serving. Watch strawberry portions.

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