Description
A classic homemade strawberry shortcake recipe featuring fluffy biscuits, sweet macerated strawberries, and freshly whipped cream – perfect for spring and summer desserts.
Ingredients
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- 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
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk and vanilla extract; stir just until dough comes together.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently knead 2-3 times. Pat into a 1-inch thick round and cut out biscuits using a round cutter.
- Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
- Meanwhile, combine sliced strawberries and sugar in a bowl. Let sit for 15-30 minutes to macerate.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Chill until ready to use.
- To assemble, slice each shortcake biscuit in half. Spoon strawberries and juice over the bottom half, add a dollop of whipped cream, then top with the other biscuit half.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use very cold butter for the best biscuit texture.
- Shortcakes are best served fresh, but biscuits can be made ahead and stored airtight for 1-2 days.
- You can use other berries or mix berries for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg