Description
Indulge in the classic taste of summer with this easy strawberry shortcake recipe! Tender, flaky biscuits topped with sweet macerated strawberries and freshly whipped cream create the perfect dessert for any occasion. This homemade strawberry shortcake is a timeless treat that everyone will love. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a simple sweet treat at home.
Ingredients
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- For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- For the Strawberries:
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- For the Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar. Gently mix and let them macerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Make the Biscuits: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs form. Gradually add heavy cream until just combined. Pat dough into a 3/4-inch thick circle and cut out biscuits. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool slightly.
- Prepare the Whipped Cream: Combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a cold bowl. Beat until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Shortcake: Split the cooled biscuits in half. Spoon macerated strawberries and juices over the bottom half. Top with whipped cream and the other half of the biscuit. Add more strawberries and whipped cream on top if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cold ingredients for flaky biscuits.
- Don’t overmix the biscuit dough.
- Macerate strawberries for at least 30 minutes.
- Make whipped cream right before serving.
- Add lemon zest to the biscuit dough for a citrusy twist.
- Use different berries for variation.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, classic dessert, homemade biscuits, fresh strawberries, whipped cream, summer dessert, easy recipe, American cuisine