Friendly Double Strawberry Shortcake

Ingredients:

• For the cake:
  • 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/3 cup granulated sweetener (like Stevia or monk fruit)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mashed strawberries
• For the filling:
  • Sugar-free strawberry jam or preserves
  • Sliced fresh strawberries
• For the whipped cream:
  • 1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Cake:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Mix the flour and sweetener in a bowl. Add the applesauce, almond milk, vanilla extract, and mashed strawberries. Combine until smooth.
   • Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow it to cool completely.
2. Whipped Cream:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract until it thickens and forms soft peaks. Refrigerate until ready to use.
3. Assembling:
   • Once the cake has cooled, slice it horizontally to create two layers.
   • Spread a layer of sugar-free strawberry jam on the bottom half of the cake.
   • Add a layer of sliced fresh strawberries on top of the jam.
   • Spread a portion of the whipped cream over the strawberries.
   • Gently place the second layer of cake on top.
   • Add another layer of whipped cream on the top of the cake.
   • Decorate with additional sliced strawberries.

W/W Points:

The points value may vary depending on the specific ingredients used, but this recipe generally offers a lighter alternative to traditional strawberry shortcake.

Enjoy this delightful dessert while staying within your W/W plan