Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of homemade strawberry shortcake, featuring layers of tender biscuits, sweet macerated strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream. This delightful dessert is perfect for summer gatherings and will impress your family and friends with its fresh taste and beautiful presentation. Easy to make, this recipe promises to be a beloved favorite at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing them under cool water, patting dry, removing tops, and slicing.
- Macerate strawberries by tossing with sugar in a bowl; let sit for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add milk to form a soft dough.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet; bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Whip heavy cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form; add vanilla and whip until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble by layering shortcakes with macerated strawberries and whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake (124g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg