Irresistible Strawberry Shortcake Recipe | Classic Summer Dessert
Make the perfect strawberry shortcake with our foolproof recipe featuring buttery shortcakes, juicy strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream. This classic strawberry shortcake dessert comes together in just over an hour!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar plus extra for strawberries
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream plus more for brushing
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for berries
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cut cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Combine heavy cream and vanilla, then stir into flour mixture until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 2-3 times.
- Pat dough to 3/4-inch thickness and cut into rounds.
- Place shortcakes on baking sheet, brush with cream, and bake 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Hull and slice strawberries, combine 3/4 of them with sugar and lemon juice, and let macerate for 30 minutes.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Split shortcakes, layer with macerated berries and whipped cream, and top with fresh berries.
- Serve immediately while shortcakes are slightly warm.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sodium: 230mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 5g