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Strawberry Shortcake

Irresistible Strawberry Shortcake with Fluffy Whipped Cream

This Strawberry Shortcake combines fresh strawberries, fluffy whipped cream, and delicate shortcake, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberries
  • 4 cups Fresh Strawberries Thawed frozen strawberries work if out of season.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances sweetness and draws out juices.
For the Shortcake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure for a lovely texture.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the dough.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Keep cold for flakiness.
  • 3/4 cup Whole Milk Supplies moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Key for fluffy whipped cream.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Stabilizes whipped cream.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry cutter
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and slice fresh strawberries, combine with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar in a bowl, and let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Add milk and vanilla, and mix gently until combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden.
  7. Let the shortcakes cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
  8. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  9. Assemble by splitting each shortcake, adding strawberries and whipped cream, and topping with the other half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Macerate strawberries a day prior, refrigerate, and store baked shortcakes for 1-2 days in an airtight container.

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