Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry Shortcake is a classic dessert that is loved by many. This delicious treat is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. To make this mouth-watering dessert, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Shortcake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg

For the Strawberry Filling:

- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Whipped Cream:

- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
To start, preheat your oven to 400°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg. Add this mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times. Pat the dough into a circle that is about 1 inch thick. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out circles of dough and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the shortcakes for 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Remove them from the oven and let them cool completely.
While the shortcakes are cooling, prepare the strawberry filling. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well and let the mixture sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the strawberries to release their juices.
To make the whipped cream, combine the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until stiff peaks form.
To assemble the Strawberry Shortcakes, slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon some of the strawberry filling onto the bottom half of each shortcake, then top with a dollop of whipped cream. Place the top half of the shortcake on top of the whipped cream and add another spoonful of strawberry filling and whipped cream on top.
The Strawberry Shortcake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of sweet and tangy flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The appearance of this dish is beautiful, with the bright red strawberries and fluffy whipped cream on top of the golden brown shortcake. This dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or a fancy dinner party.
Type: Dessert
Main Ingredients: Strawberries, Heavy Cream, Flour