Description
Indulge in the classic American dessert with this homemade Strawberry Shortcake recipe. Fluffy, tender shortcakes are filled with sweet macerated strawberries and pillowy whipped cream for a delightful summer treat.
Ingredients
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For the 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 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the strawberries:
- 1 lb fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the whipped cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare strawberries: In a medium bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Cover and let sit for at least 30 minutes to release their juices.
- Make shortcakes: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Pour into the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Pat the dough, cut into rounds, and bake until golden brown.
- Whip cream: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: Slice each shortcake in half, spoon strawberries and whipped cream onto the bottom half, then top with the other half. Garnish with more strawberries and cream if desired.
Notes
- Shortcakes can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container.
- For a shortcut, use store-bought biscuits and whipped topping.
- Try adding lemon zest to the dough for a citrusy twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 assembled shortcake
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
