Description
Classic Strawberry Shortcake is a beloved American dessert that combines light, buttery shortcake biscuits with a sweet strawberry sauce and airy whipped cream. This easy recipe yields six tender biscuits that bake golden in just 15 minutes, then are split and layered with fresh sliced strawberries and a fluffy cream topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a quick after‑dinner treat, the shortcake delivers a balance of buttery crumb, juicy fruit, and creamy richness in every bite.!!!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, chilled and diced
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4. Stir in milk until just combined.
- 5. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead gently.
- 6. Roll out to 1-inch thickness and cut into rounds.
- 7. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- 8. While biscuits cool, whip the cream with sugar until soft peaks form.
- 9. Assemble by splitting biscuits, adding strawberries, and topping with whipped cream.
Notes
- Serve immediately for best texture. Store biscuits separately from strawberries and cream to keep them from getting soggy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0.75 cup
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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