Strawberry Buttermilk Skillet Shortcake

Have you baked with buttermilk or made shortcake before?

Oh, I am sure you have heard of buttermilk biscuits, maybe had it in pancakes or even a cake right?

If not you sure are missing out! The buttermilk is the best addition to this shortcake in flavor!

This Strawberry Buttermilk Skillet cake is out of this world delicious.

There is more than one reason why it's so tasty.

First, it's the buttermilk that helps make this flaky crust, then there is a streusel on top that is fabulous in flavor.

The best part of the cake is, the strawberries are baked on top all in a cast iron skillet!

A slice of heaven when topped with whipped cream or even your favorite flavored ice cream swirled with a fresh strawberry puree topping!

Come join me in making this fabulous first Spring dessert with fresh strawberries.

This is certainly a delightful change to the Traditional Style Strawberry Shortcake.

Using all homemade fresh ingredients baked all in one skillet!

After one taste, I am sure you will be baking this recipe time and time again throughout the whole summer!

Scroll down for this fabulous recipe!

this is how to make an old fashioned buttermilk strawberry baked shortcake in a cast iron skillet with streusel topping

Strawberry Season!

This is my go-to recipe when Spring has sprung and Strawberries are in abundance.

This flaky shortcake crust is divine and the whole cake is irresistible.

I absolutely love the streusel with a hint of fall flavors also, it's very different from the traditional strawberry shortcake.

This has an old fashioned shortcake flavor with an almost cake-like thick batter.

When the whole cake is baking everything just melds into one perfect shortcake and it's delicious served warm or cold!

this is a recipe on how to make an old fashioned buttermilk strawberry baked shortcake in a cast iron skillet with streusel topping

Moist and Delicious

This strawberry buttermilk shortcake made from scratch is truly moist and bursting subtle delicate flavors!

It's the perfect all in one skillet for brunch or after dinner dessert.

This brings a warm smile to my face, with great memories of my childhood to our table every time I bake it.

Mom always made this in her cast iron skillet, I am happy to still have hers and can make this in her memory.

Easy To Make

You can use any kind of baking pan you have, fitting a 9x9 or 10-inch baking pan.

I love the skillet for not only baking but even for presentation, it gives the shortcake that old fashioned goodness.

A huge scoop of my favorite homemade strawberry ice cream is always served with this.

It's a very easy recipe to follow and you will not be disappointed with the results.

this is a recipe on how to make an old fashioned buttermilk strawberry baked shortcake in a cast iron skillet with streusel topping and it's baking in the oven

Slicing the Strawberries

I know how pretty this looks to serve but placing the strawberries in a flower pattern, it's so easy.

Just slice the berries, make sure you blot them dry before placing on top of the streusel.

Keeps the endpoints of the sliced berries all in one direction in a circular pattern.

Sprinkle the top of the berries with a cinnamon and sugar mixture or just regular sugar for a sparkling look after they bake.

these are the ingredients for streusel topping in a cast iron skillet is the shortcake dough

The Streusel Topping

This buttery streusel topping is so yummy.

Make sure you use cold butter when making this mixed with the ingredients.

This keeps its form and makes the perfect crumb topping.

You can omit the spices if you don't like them.

this is the dough and streusel topping for making a strawberry baked buttermilk skillet shortcake

Some Ingredients You Will Need

Fresh buttermilk
Shortening
Butter
Flour
Eggs
Sugar
Baking powder
Kosher salt
Cinnamon and Allspice
Fresh strawberries or other fruit of choice

this is a recipe on how to make an old fashioned buttermilk strawberry buttermilk baked shortcake in a cast iron skillet with streusel topping

Baking This Shortcake

Always preheat the oven.

Watch carefully that the cake doesn't overbake as you would want to ensure the moisture in the cake isn't compromised.

Use a toothpick in the center to see if it comes out clean it's done!

The Batter

The batter is very thick and you will need to spread it with a spatula.

Don't overmix this batter just blend it together until the white streaks are gone.

Smooth into your prepared pan.

Get Creative

I understand many folks have fruit allergies, don't be afraid to substitute your favorite fruits to make this skillet shortcake.

I have made this with blackberries and raspberries combined, peaches and even apple.

I am sure you can get creative and use any fruits you prefer.

this is a parchment paper lined cast iron skillet use to make a shortcake recipe in

Strawberry Puree

Just save a few fresh strawberries for a garnish to drizzle over the top.

I usually add around 6 to 7 washed fresh berries to the food processor with either sugar or a sugar substitute and pulse until it's a liquid.

When serving just drizzle over the top of the whipped cream.

Tips:

Use only a dairy good grade buttermilk (don't use a substitution made with vinegar, I used gourmet buttermilk)
Measure all ingredients perfectly
Preheat the oven
If you choose to add the batter directly to the cast iron skillet grease it heavily
Any 9x9 or even 10-inch pan can be used instead of the cast iron skillet
Blot dry the strawberries after washing and slicing and use only firm ones
You can omit the spices if you're not a cinnamon or allspice fan
Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on top for the glisten during the baking process or just sugar
Do not overbake this use a toothpick method in the center to see if it comes out clean
If you have a strawberry allergy you can use raspberries, peaches, apples or blueberries instead
Save some strawberries for garnish making a puree in the food processor

Try Some Of My Other Favorite Strawberry Recipes

Strawberry Cheesecake Manny's Copycat Recipe

Angel Food Filled with Strawberry Cheesecake

Strawberry Rangoons

Strawberries and Cream Poundcake

Slow Cooker Strawberry Cheesecake