Description
A delightful and classic dessert featuring layers of fluffy shortcake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, for topping
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for topping
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times until smooth.
- Roll out to about 1-inch thickness and cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter.
- Place the shortcakes on the prepared baking pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine sliced strawberries with powdered sugar and let sit to release juices.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- To assemble, slice the shortcakes in half. Layer the bottom half with strawberries, then top with whipped cream, and place the other half on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your strawberry shortcake!
Notes
- Feel free to use store-bought shortcakes if you’re short on time.
- You can substitute other berries for strawberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 43
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 45
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