Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Shortcake
For the Strawberries
For the Whipped Cream
Method
For the Shortcake
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
Cut in Butter
Cut the stick of unsalted butter into small pieces and add to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
Add Wet Ingredients
Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Shape and Bake
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter or glass. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
For the Strawberries
- 6
Prepare the Strawberries
While the shortcakes are baking, wash and hull the fresh strawberries. Cut them into halves or quarters depending on size.
- 7
Mix with Sugar and Lemon Juice
In a bowl, combine the strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Stir gently and let sit for about 10-15 minutes to macerate.
For the Whipped Cream
- 8
Whip the Cream
In a medium mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- 9
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
Assemble the Shortcake
- 10
Layer the Ingredients
Once the shortcakes are baked and slightly cooled, cut them in half horizontally. Spoon a generous amount of the macerated strawberries over the bottom half, add a dollop of whipped cream, and then place the top half back on.
- 11
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious strawberry shortcake!