Strawberry Shortcake: A Spell for Success

In my family, springtime means one thing: strawberry shortcake. It’s been our go-to dessert for as long as I can remember, symbolizing warmer days and simple pleasures.

But this year, I decided to add a twist. Instead of sticking to our usual store-bought pound cake, I wanted to return to basics and make it from scratch. After all, if we add a touch of magic, why not make it a bit more traditional?

Strawberry shortcake holds a special place in my heart, not just because it’s delicious but also because it represents the joy of success. That got me thinking—what if we could infuse that joy into every bite?

So, armed with strawberries and a sprinkle of enchantment, I set out to turn our beloved dessert into something more: a spell for success. Here is how I transformed a family favorite into a delicious ode to finding success and savoring every moment so your family can, too!

Ingredients and Their Magickal Properties - Kitchen Magick

As I always mention in my recipe posts, the purpose of my work as a kitchen witch relies on knowledge and intention.

Yes, this recipe will still taste delicious without transforming it into a spell. However, knowing your ingredients is essential to utilizing this recipe to help change your mind, body, and spirit.

Below is a list of each added ingredient and its extraordinary power for this recipe. Please note that this is not every magical benefit of this plant or herb; these are just the areas I believe should be focused on for this specific recipe.

Strawberries

In our spell recipe for success, strawberries play a vital role beyond their delicious taste. They symbolize the joy and love that should accompany our achievements, especially when success isn't as straightforward as we'd like.

Strawberries have long been linked with Venus and the water element, embodying qualities of love, harmony, and emotional depth.

Additionally, they hold significance in Norse mythology, being sacred to Freya, the goddess of love and prosperity.

By incorporating strawberries into our spell, we not only seek success but also aim to infuse it with joy, love, and divine blessings.

Magickal Powers: Joy, Love, Success

Sugar

In our spell recipe, sugar symbolizes more than sweetness—it represents the power to sweeten situations, aligning with our goal to infuse success with joy.

Like its ability to transform tartness into delight, sugar works to harmonize circumstances, making them more palatable and fostering positivity.

Its association with abundance and attraction further amplifies the joyful essence of success, drawing in positive outcomes.

Magickal Uses: Sweetening, Abundance

Lemon

In our spell recipe, lemons play a crucial role beyond their tangy flavor. They symbolize purification and renewal, clearing away obstacles to success.

Just as lemon juice cleanses and refreshes, it brightens situations, infusing them with clarity and optimism. As we incorporate lemons, they serve as a cleanse, removing barriers and promoting a refreshing perspective on our journey to success.

Magickal Uses: Cleansing, Purification, Refreshing

Dairy - Cream

In our spell recipe for success, dairy products are vital in nourishing both body and spirit.

The cream brings richness and comfort, symbolizing the abundance we seek. Dairy symbolizes nourishment, supporting growth, and vitality on our journey.

Additionally, it embodies the qualities of the divine feminine—nurturing, compassionate, and abundant. Incorporating dairy into our spell provides sustenance and support, helping us flourish as we pursue our goals.

Magickal Uses: Nourishment

Spell Recipe

Do you need to know how to tap into your magick and turn this into a complete spell? Read my article here.

*When adding your ingredients, remember to focus on the intention of the ingredient while working with it. (I.E., when cutting up and adding your apples, focus on the intention of health).

Ingredients

Shortcake

• 2 cups flour

• 1/4 cup sugar, granulated

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 1 pinch of salt

• 1/3 cup cold butter, cubed

• 1 cup half & half or whole milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Whipped Cream

• 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream

• 2 tbsp sugar, granulated or confectioners

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Strawberry Compote

• 2 lbs strawberries

• 2 tbsp sugar, granulated

• 1-2 tsp lemon juice (about the juice of half a lemon)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. Add all the dry ingredients of the shortcake to a bowl (or food processor if you have one) and mix.

3. Cut in cubed cold butter to crumble it into the dry ingredients. Add half and half (or milk) and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The dough should be sticky and wet.

4. Drop spoonfuls of about 1/4 cup large onto the parchment paper. Put in oven and let bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

5. While the shortcakes are baking, combine ingredients for the whipping cream into a mixer and whisk until stiff peaks form (about 4-5 minutes). (Spirit of cream, may you bless this dish by nourishing my success)

6. Once the whipped cream is made, place it in the fridge, covered until ready to assemble.

7. Next, combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl and mash for a few minutes. Add additional sugar or lemon juice if preferred. Place in the fridge for about 30 minutes to allow the juices to develop. (Spirit of strawberries, may you bless this spell with success and joy; Spirit of lemon, may you bless this dish with purification and energy; Spirit of sugar, may you bless this dish with the sweetness of success)

8. Once the shortcake is done and cooled, assemble it by cutting the cake in half. Spoon whipped cream and strawberries on top. Top with the other half of the shortcake, more cream, and strawberries.

9. Serve and eat with the intention of success. (Through this food, I summon the energy of success. May opportunities unfold, and obstacles regress. Success flows effortlessly through every trial and key. So as it was, so as it is, so as it may be.)