Easy and Tasty Strawberry Shortcake

Treat yourself to the ultimate summer dessert with this Easy and Tasty Strawberry Shortcake! Featuring buttery, golden-baked biscuits made from scratch, juicy macerated strawberries bursting with natural sweetness, and luscious homemade whipped cream, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 35 minutes, this effortlessly elegant dessert is ideal for any occasion, from backyard barbecues to weeknight indulgences. With simple ingredients like heavy cream, fresh strawberries, and a touch of vanilla, this classic treat is as easy to prepare as it is to devour. Serve these shortcakes fresh for the best experience and impress your family and friends with your baking skills!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 450 grams Strawberries
• 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 6 tablespoons Cold unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Heavy whipping cream (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Step 2

Wash the strawberries, hull them, and slice into thin pieces. Place them in a mixing bowl, add 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and gently stir. Allow to macerate for at least 20 minutes to release their juices.

Step 3

In another large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 4

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add them to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle. Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out 6 biscuits.

Step 7

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and let them cool slightly.

Step 8

While the biscuits are baking, make the whipped cream topping. In a large chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together with a hand or stand mixer until soft peaks form.

Step 9

To assemble the shortcakes, slice each biscuit in half horizontally. Layer the bottom half with a generous scoop of macerated strawberries and their juices, add a dollop of whipped cream, and then place the top half of the biscuit on top. Finish with an extra dollop of whipped cream and a few more strawberry slices.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this easy and tasty dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1037.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2464.3

Total Fat 216.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 134.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 634.1mg	0%
Sodium 2722.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 94.0g
Protein 8.3g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 230.5mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 506.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.1%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 18.5%