Description
Classic Strawberry Shortcake offers a delightful combination of tender, buttery biscuits layered with sweet, juicy macerated strawberries and fluffy whipped cream. This beloved dessert is perfect for showcasing fresh strawberries in a simple yet indulgent treat that’s quick to prepare and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Strawberries
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
For the Biscuits
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 2/3 cup milk
For the Topping
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with sugar. Let them sit for 10-15 minutes to release their juices and create a syrupy texture, enhancing their natural sweetness.
- Make the Biscuits: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Combine and Form the Dough: Pour the milk into the flour and butter mixture and stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix to ensure light, fluffy biscuits.
- Bake the Biscuits: Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet to form small biscuit-sized rounds. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Assemble the Shortcakes: Once the biscuits are cool enough to handle, slice them in half horizontally. Layer the bottom half with the macerated strawberries and a generous dollop of whipped cream, then top with the biscuit tops.
- Serve: Serve the strawberry shortcakes immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm, buttery biscuits with the sweet strawberries and cool whipped cream.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries in season.
- Cold butter is essential for flaky biscuits, so keep it chilled until use.
- You can substitute heavy cream for milk to make richer biscuits.
- Chilling the biscuit dough briefly before baking can enhance flakiness.
- Leftover biscuits can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated briefly before assembling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
