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Strawberry Shortcake

Heavenly Strawberry Shortcake: A Sweet Slice of Summer

This Heavenly Strawberry Shortcake features juicy strawberries and light shortcakes, perfect for summer indulgence.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberries
  • 1 pound Fresh Strawberries Choose ripe, in-season berries for natural sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust depending on your taste preferences.
For the Shortcake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for fluffiness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Chilled, can use margarine if needed.
  • 3/4 cup Milk Non-dairy options work too.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Light cream or non-dairy alternatives can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract offers a delightful twist.
Assembly
  • Optional Garnishes Extra strawberries or mint leaves for a stunning presentation.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • pastry cutter
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Biscuits cutter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse and hull strawberries. Slice into halves or quarters and mix with sugar. Let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add milk gradually.
  3. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Drop dough onto a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and fluffy. Cool on wire rack.
  5. Whip heavy cream with vanilla until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Slice shortcakes, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, assemble just before serving. Chill equipment for fluffiest whipped cream.

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