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Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

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  • Author: recipes guru cooking
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic homemade strawberry shortcake with fluffy biscuits, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream, perfect for a delightful dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup sugar (for strawberries)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the butter with a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter.
  6. Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool.
  7. Meanwhile, toss sliced strawberries with sugar and let sit for at least 30 minutes to release juices.
  8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  9. To assemble, slice the biscuits in half. Layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then top with the other biscuit half and more strawberries and cream if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, use very cold butter and avoid overworking the dough.
  • You can prepare the strawberries and whipped cream ahead of time.
  • Try adding a touch of lemon zest to the strawberries for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 shortcake
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 270mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg