Description
Strawberry shortcake is the quintessential summer dessert that combines light, fluffy biscuits with sweet, juicy strawberries and decadent whipped cream. This recipe is not only easy to make but also customizable for various occasions, from birthday parties to cozy nights in. Each bite delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors that will surely impress your guests and evoke fond memories of summer picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (plus more for strawberries)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (plus more for whipping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing, hulling, and quartering them. Sprinkle with sugar and let sit to create a syrup.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add heavy cream and mix gently until just combined.
- On a floured surface, pat down the dough and cut into rounds. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Whip remaining heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble by layering biscuits with strawberries and whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg