Description
A classic strawberry shortcake featuring tender, buttery biscuits layered with sweetened fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 2/3 cup (160ml) cold heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (for egg wash, optional)
- 1 lb (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for whipped cream)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: In a bowl, mix sliced strawberries with 2 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 30 minutes to macerate.
- Make the shortcakes: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in heavy cream and vanilla until just combined (do not overmix).
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle, and cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter.
- Place on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash (if using), and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden. Let cool.
- Make the whipped cream: Whip chilled cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble: Split shortcakes in half, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then top with the other half. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best texture, handle the dough as little as possible to keep the shortcakes tender.
- Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for better volume.
- Shortcakes can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container.
- Add a splash of lemon juice to strawberries for extra brightness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg