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Classic Strawberry Shortcake

A classic dessert featuring buttery biscuits, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Biscuit Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
Strawberry Filling
  • 2 pounds strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups heavy cream cold
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • - Mixing bowls
  • - Whisk
  • measuring cups,
  • oven
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Prepare Biscuit Dough
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add flour and baking powder, mixing just until combined.
  4. Gradually add milk, mixing until a dough forms.
Prepare Strawberry Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut into squares.
  2. Place squares on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
Prepare Whipped Cream
  1. In a chilled bowl, whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Serve
  1. Layer biscuits with strawberry filling and top with whipped cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 20g

Notes

Best served fresh. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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