Kittencal's Strawberry Shortcake

Indulge in the timeless charm of Kittencal's Strawberry Shortcake, a dessert that perfectly marries golden, buttery shortcakes with juicy, macerated strawberries and luscious homemade whipped cream. This recipe features a tender, flaky biscuit base made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold butter. The strawberries are softly sweetened to release their natural juices, creating the perfect topping for these warm shortcakes. A dollop of freshly whipped cream, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and scented with vanilla, adds the final touch of decadence. Ready in just under an hour, this classic dessert is ideal for summer gatherings, special occasions, or any time you're craving the ultimate strawberry shortcake experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Cold butter
• 0.66 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 4 cups Fresh strawberries
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for strawberries)
• 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a 3/4-inch thick circle. Using a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter, cut out rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll the leftover dough and cut additional rounds as needed.

Step 6

Bake the shortcakes in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack.

Step 7

While the shortcakes bake, prepare the strawberries. Slice the strawberries and toss them in a bowl with the 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes to macerate and release their juices.

Step 8

Prepare the whipped cream by beating the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.

Step 9

To assemble the shortcakes, slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon a generous helping of macerated strawberries onto the bottom half of each biscuit, followed by a dollop of whipped cream. Place the top half of the biscuit on top.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy the deliciousness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(926.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3085.3

Total Fat 189.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 732.3mg	0%
Sodium 2799.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 98.8g
Protein 37.8g	0%

Vitamin D 183.0IU	0%
Calcium 285.4mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 613.4mg	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: 56.7%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 38.3%