Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes. Not Just For Sunday. Hello friends, so how are you today? An afternoon tea recipe, anyone? How yummy!?
Discover the perfect summertime dessert with this step-by-step guide on how to make Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes.
Dive into layers of juicy strawberries, buttery shortbread crumbles, and luscious vanilla ice cream, creating a delightful symphony of flavours and textures.

Layers of buttery shortbread, fresh strawberries, and creamy ice cream make this sundae a showstopper.
Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes:
Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes. This easy-to-follow recipe will help you whip up a mouthwatering treat that will impress family and friends alike.
This delightful sundae combines the flavours of fresh strawberries, creamy ice cream, and crumbly shortbread for a decadent dessert reminiscent of strawberry shortcake.
Dive into layers of juicy strawberries, buttery shortbread crumbles, and luscious vanilla ice cream, creating a delightful symphony of flavours and textures.
Whether enjoyed at a back garden barbecue or a cosy night in, these sundaes are a sweet sensation that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Don’t miss out on this delectable dessert experience – try this recipe today!
How To Make Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes:
Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes | Vegetarian
Add a touch of elegance to your dessert menu with this strawberry shortbread sundae recipe.
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes
Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 1.5kg strawberries, washed, hulled and cut into quarters
- 150g icing sugar
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- 300g shortbread biscuits, broken into rough chunks
- 1-litre vanilla ice cream
- 500ml strawberry ice cream

How To Make Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes:
For a dessert that’s both refreshing and indulgent, try strawberry shortbread sundaes.
Method:
- Set aside one-third of the strawberries. Heat the remaining strawberries in a large saucepan with the icing sugar and lemon juice. Simmer gently for 20 minutes until the fruit has softened. Blend to a purée and set aside.
- Layer 1 tbsp of the broken shortbread, then 1 tbsp of the fresh strawberries into the bottoms of 8 sundae glasses. Next, add one scoop of vanilla ice cream, followed by one scoop of strawberry ice cream. Repeat the layers of biscuits and fruit, finishing with an extra scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- To serve, divide the strawberry purée between the sundaes and top with a scattering of shortbread crumbs.

Recipe and recipe photo by Waitrose Strawberry Shortbread Sundaes.
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Enjoy a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious with strawberry shortbread sundaes.
One word! Yummy!
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Sweet, crunchy, and creamy, strawberry shortbread sundaes are a must-try for dessert lovers. Thanks for stopping by x
That looks absolutely amazing!!
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Indulge in the perfect summer dessert with these irresistible strawberry shortbread sundaes. Thanks for stopping by, Joanna x
It looks delicious, you are making people hungry with these adorable photos!
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Perfect for entertaining, these strawberry shortbread sundaes are sure to impress your guests. Thanks for visiting x
This sounds fantastic! Thank you bunches for sharing this Strawberry Shortbread Sundae recipe with Sweet Tea & Friends this month Claire. I’m so happy you joined me.
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Fresh strawberries and crumbly shortbread come together in this dreamy sundae recipe. Thanks for stopping by, Paula x
Just love these flavours! Yum and bon appetit! #fabulousfridays
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Strawberry shortbread sundaes are the perfect balance of fruity, creamy, and buttery flavours. Thank you for stopping by.
Sounds delicious!
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Layered with ice cream and strawberry sauce, shortbread makes this sundae irresistible. Thanks for the comment x
OMG these look amazing
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These strawberry shortbread sundaes are a delightful way to celebrate strawberry season. Thanks for the comment Kara x
I'm not a fan of strawberries but these look delicious x
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Thanks for the comment x
Oh my goodness that looks so tasty. Lovely photos – definitely Pinterest worthy!
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Thanks for stopping by Alina x
Have I just died and gone to heaven because these sundaes have everything I love in a desert!
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Thanks for stopping by Ana x
What a lovely treat. It looks so refreshing and tasty! I could have it right now!
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Thanks Lilinha x
I really love your blog, so many things to inspire me in the kitchen. These look absolutely delicious!
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Aww, thank you Fiona x
My two favourite things strawberries and shortbread, we make our own shortbread and always have strawberries in this time of year, cant wait to try this!
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Whoo, I love home made shortbread and strawberries..
Definitely going to try making mine with our leftover strawberries. Looks yummy.
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Thanks Stella x
These look delicous and easy to make I love strawberries and shortbread so a great combination.
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Thanks for the comment Joanna.
Oh, this looks amazing and it's so easy to make! I love strawberries and combined with ice cream and biscuits, you can't get a better dessert. Yummy!
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Thanks for stopping by Joanna. Strawberry shortbread sundaes are the answer to any question x
This looks just absolutely amazing though I am not sure the strawberries I buy would ever last long enough to make a sundae x
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Hehe, I know!! I love strawberries too x
Strawberry shortbread sundaes? Now that definitely sounds like a treat. Would love to try this out for my daughter
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Thanks Dean