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Strawberry Shortcake

A classic dessert featuring layers of sweet biscuits, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Shortcake Biscuits
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream plus more for brushing
Strawberry Filling
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for macerating
Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream chilled
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Strawberries
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sliced strawberries with granulated sugar. Toss to coat and let sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
Make the Shortcake Biscuits
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently. Pat into a 1-inch thick round.
  6. Cut into rounds and place on a baking sheet. Brush tops with additional cream.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Prepare the Whipped Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Assemble the Shortcake
  1. Slice the baked shortcake biscuits in half horizontally.
  2. Layer the bottom half with macerated strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream.
  3. Top with the other half of the biscuit and add more strawberries and whipped cream on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries and serve immediately after assembling.

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