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Strawberry Shortcake

A classic Strawberry Shortcake recipe that combines fluffy biscuits with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, perfect for summer celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for strawberries)
  • 1 cup heavy whipped cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for whipped cream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
  3. Cut in the cold, cubed butter until crumbly.
  4. Add the heavy cream and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Shape the dough into a square about 1-inch thick and cut into 8 pieces.
  6. Bake for about 15-17 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Prepare the strawberries by tossing with powdered sugar and letting sit for 15 minutes.
  8. Make the whipped cream by beating heavy cream, vanilla, and sugar until soft peaks form.
  9. Assemble the shortcake with layers of biscuits, strawberries, and whipped cream.

Notes

For a lighter version, use whipped coconut cream instead of heavy cream.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, summer dessert, baking, fresh strawberries, whipped cream