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Strawberry Shortcake

Irresistible Strawberry Shortcake That'll Brighten Your Day

A delightful Strawberry Shortcake that combines juicy strawberries, fluffy whipped cream, and buttery shortcakes, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberries
  • 2 pounds Fresh strawberries Sprinkle with sugar to enhance flavor.
For the Shortcakes
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Don't over-measure for tender results.
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar Adjust based on preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Baking powder
  • pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • ½ cup Cold unsalted butter Must be cold for flaky texture.
  • ¾ cup Milk Use whole milk for richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla or almond extract Enhances flavor.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Higher fat content gives best texture.
  • ¼ cup Powdered sugar Mix in gradually to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Use pure for the best taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Shortcake
  1. Prepare the strawberries: Wash and hull fresh strawberries, slice into quarters, sprinkle with sugar, and let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the shortcakes: Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter, stir in milk and extract.
  3. Bake shortcakes: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Drop shortcake mixture onto baking sheet, bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  4. Whip the cream: Beat heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, add powdered sugar and vanilla, continue to whip until firm peaks form.
  5. Assemble: Slice shortcakes in half, layer strawberries and whipped cream on bottom half, cap with top half, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, only assemble right before serving. Experiment with different extracts and berries for variations.

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