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Strawberry Shortcake

A delightful dessert featuring fluffy shortcakes, sweetened strawberries, and luscious whipped cream that brings a sprinkle of nostalgia and joy.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortcakes
  • 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) Use cold butter for flakier shortcakes.
  • 2/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberries
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup of sugar. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes to release some delicious juices.
Making the Shortcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Baking Shortcakes
  1. Add milk and vanilla, stirring just until combined.
  2. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick round.
  3. Cut out circles or squares; place them on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool.
Preparing the Whipped Cream
  1. In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Assembling the Shortcakes
  1. Slice shortcakes in half. Spoon juicy strawberries over the bottom half, add whipped cream, and cap it off with the other half. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store assembled shortcakes in the fridge for up to 2 days, but keep components separate if possible. Shortcakes can last in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Whipped cream can be kept for about 24 hours. You can also freeze the shortcakes for up to 3 months.