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easy strawberry shortcake recipe

A simple and delicious strawberry shortcake recipe made with fresh strawberries, fluffy whipped cream, and tender biscuits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Strawberries
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for macerating strawberries
Shortcake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk whole or 2%
Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare Strawberries
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sliced strawberries and granulated sugar. Toss gently and let sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
Make Shortcake
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the milk until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently a few times. Pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
  6. Cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Make Whipped Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Assemble Shortcake
  1. Split the shortcakes in half. Layer the bottom half with macerated strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream.
  2. Top with the other half of the shortcake and add more strawberries and whipped cream on top.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.