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Easy Fluffy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe with Homemade Whipped Cream

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A simple and quick dessert featuring fluffy biscuits, macerated strawberries, and homemade whipped cream. Perfect for summer gatherings or last-minute sweet cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) whole milk, cold
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 4 cups (about 600g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries (15 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Gently toss to coat. Let them sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to macerate.
  2. Make the Shortcake Dough (10 minutes): Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and cut into flour using a pastry cutter or two forks until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients (2 minutes): In a small bowl, whisk milk and beaten egg together. Pour into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Shape and Bake Shortcakes (15-18 minutes): Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Pat into 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Cut rounds about 2.5 inches wide. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet with space between. Bake 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Whip the Cream (5-7 minutes): Chill mixing bowl and beaters for 5 minutes. Pour cold heavy cream into bowl, add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat on medium-high until soft peaks form.
  6. Assemble the Shortcakes (5 minutes): Slice shortcakes in half horizontally. Spoon macerated strawberries and syrup onto bottom half, top with whipped cream, then cover with shortcake top. Add more strawberries and cream if desired.

Notes

Keep ingredients cold for fluffy biscuits. Do not overmix dough to avoid toughness. Chill bowl and beaters for faster whipped cream. Macerate strawberries to enhance sweetness. Reheat biscuits gently in toaster oven to keep flaky. Can substitute gluten-free flour and dairy-free cream for dietary needs.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, easy dessert, whipped cream, summer dessert, fluffy biscuits, homemade whipped cream, quick dessert

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