Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of summer with this easy strawberry shortcake recipe. Tender, sweet shortcakes are topped with juicy strawberries and billowy whipped cream for a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Strawberries:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Shortcakes:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Let sit for 30 minutes to release juices.
- Make Shortcakes: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, whisk flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles crumbs. Stir in milk and vanilla. Drop dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes.
- Whip Cream: Beat heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: Split shortcakes, top with strawberries and whipped cream, and serve.
Notes
- Keep butter cold for a tender crumb.
- Use store-bought biscuits for a quicker option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake with toppings
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
