Description
A delightful dessert combining fresh strawberries, fluffy biscuits, and whipped cream, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream (divided)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for whipped cream, optional)
Instructions
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them and mix with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Let sit for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and remaining sugar. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly.
- Pour in 3/4 cup of heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Whip the remaining heavy cream until soft peaks form, adding sugar if desired.
- Slice the baked biscuits in half, layer with macerated strawberries and whipped cream, and top with the other half. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose ripe, juicy strawberries for the best flavor.
- Store leftover components separately to maintain texture.
- Assemble shortcake just before serving for optimal taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert, summer treat, fresh strawberries