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Strawberry Shortcake

A classic spring dessert made with tender biscuits, juicy strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Shortcake Biscuits
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 0.66 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Filling
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice, then set aside to macerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  4. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Add milk and vanilla, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  6. Pat dough to 1-inch thickness and cut into rounds.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and cool on a wire rack.
  8. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  9. Slice biscuits, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, and serve.

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for best flavor. Biscuits can be made ahead and reheated slightly before serving.