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Fresh Flavorful Strawberry Shortcake Recipe Easy Homemade Whipped Cream Delight

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A quick and easy strawberry shortcake recipe featuring fluffy homemade biscuits, macerated fresh strawberries, and light whipped cream. Perfect for a fresh, satisfying dessert that feels like a warm hug.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (about 600g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberries: In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Stir gently and set aside to macerate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 1 hour refrigerated.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Cut the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter bits.
  4. Stir in cold buttermilk and vanilla extract gently with a fork until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 3/4-inch (2cm) thick rectangle. Cut rounds about 2.5 inches (6.5cm) in diameter using a biscuit cutter.
  6. Place rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet spaced slightly apart. Brush tops lightly with buttermilk or melted butter.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly on a wire rack.
  8. While baking, chill mixing bowl and beaters. Pour cold heavy cream into bowl, add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high until soft peaks form.
  9. Slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon macerated strawberries over bottom half, add a dollop of whipped cream, then top with the other half. Add extra berries and cream on top if desired.
  10. Serve immediately for best freshness.

Notes

Keep butter cold to ensure flaky layers. Do not overmix dough to avoid tough shortcakes. Macerate strawberries to intensify flavor. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best volume. Serve immediately or keep components separate to avoid sogginess. For gluten-free, substitute half the flour with almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and plant-based milk with vinegar as buttermilk substitute.

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