Description
Strawberry Shortcake is a delightful dessert that combines fluffy, buttery biscuit layers with sweet, juicy strawberries and rich whipped cream. This classic treat captures the essence of summer in every bite, making it perfect for celebrations or simply indulging yourself. With each mouthful, you’ll experience a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this Strawberry Shortcake will surely impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for shortcakes)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Toss sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of sugar and let them sit at room temperature to release their juices.
- Make the Shortcake Dough: In a bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add milk until just combined.
- Shape & Bake: On a floured surface, pat the dough into a 1-inch thick round. Cut out biscuits and place them on a baking sheet. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Create Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: Slice shortcakes in half horizontally. Layer strawberries and syrup on the bottom half, top with whipped cream, then cap with the top half.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg