Description
A delightful dessert featuring fluffy biscuits, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream – perfect for summer celebrations or any day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing and hulling them. Slice and toss with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in heavy cream until just combined to form a gentle dough.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, pat into a 1-inch thick disc, and cut out rounds.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Whip the cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the shortcake by slicing the baked biscuits in half, adding strawberries and whipped cream between the layers.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor. Letting strawberries marinate enhances sweetness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg