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Homemade Strawberry Shortcake dessert with fresh strawberries and whipped cream

Strawberry Shortcake

A classic summer dessert featuring layers of sweet strawberries, fluffy whipped cream, and tender shortcakes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberries
  • 1.5 pounds fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for the strawberries)
For the Shortcakes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for the shortcakes)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 0.67 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the strawberries and sprinkle with ¼ cup granulated sugar. Stir gently and let them sit for at least 30 minutes to develop their juices.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ¼ cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add the cold butter pieces to the dry mixture. Blend using your fingers or a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Pour in the milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir just until everything is combined, taking care not to overmix.
Baking
  1. Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to form six shortcakes.
  2. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops turn golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
Whipped Cream Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla until soft peaks form.
Assembly
  1. Slice each shortcake in half. Spoon strawberries and their juices onto the bottom half, add whipped cream, and place the top half back on.
  2. For extra flair, top with more strawberries and whipped cream.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

Feel free to substitute different berries or use dairy-free alternatives for the whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.