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Strawberry Shortcake

A delightful dessert featuring layers of tender shortcake, fresh strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream, perfect for any special occasion or a simple family treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Shortcake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold, cubed butter Use cold butter for better texture
  • ¾ cup cold buttermilk Homemade buttermilk option provided
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter for brushing

For the Strawberries

  • 1½ to 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced Adjust quantity based on preference
  • 1–2 tablespoons sugar (optional, for macerating) Sugaring optional for enhanced sweetness

For the Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Chill for best results
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  • Cut in cold cubed butter with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add the cold buttermilk and stir gently until a soft dough forms.
  • On a floured surface, fold the dough 2–3 times to create layers.
  • Pat the dough out and cut biscuits using a round cutter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Brush the tops with melted butter and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.

Strawberry Preparation

  • While the biscuits bake, macerate the strawberries (optional) by tossing them with sugar and setting aside.

Whipped Cream Preparation

  • Chill the mixing bowl and beaters. Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.

Assembly

  • Slice the biscuits, layer them with strawberries and whipped cream, and serve immediately.

Notes

To keep your strawberry shortcake fresh, store any leftovers in the fridge, keeping biscuits in an airtight container and strawberries and whipped cream separate. They will last for about 2-3 days in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
Keyword Baking, Dessert, Easy Recipes, strawberry shortcake, Summer Treat
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