Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Homemade Strawberry Shortcakes with Strawberries and Perfect Whipped Cream. This easy-to-make dessert features tender, flaky biscuits filled with juicy strawberries and topped with rich, creamy whipped cream. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family gatherings, these shortcakes are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. With minimal preparation time and straightforward steps, they invite bakers of all skill levels to create a classic dessert that brings joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup salted butter, cubed & cold
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream, for brushing tops of biscuits
- Coarse sugar, for sprinkling
- 1 and 1/4 cups cold heavy cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by tossing them with sugar in a bowl. Refrigerate while making the biscuits.
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Mix in buttermilk until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to about 3/4 inch thick, folding it several times for flakiness. Cut out biscuits and chill on a baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake biscuits for 20–24 minutes until golden brown.
- Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble by slicing cooled biscuits in half and layering with strawberries and whipped cream immediately before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake (123g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in lemon zest or using different berries like blueberries or raspberries. Store leftover components separately for optimal freshness.