Classic Strawberry Shortcake
Classic Strawberry Shortcake layers tender, lightly sweetened shortcakes with fresh sliced strawberries and whipped cream for a simple, crowd-pleasing summer dessert. The shortcakes bake in about 15 minutes and are best served the same day while still slightly warm. Macerating the strawberries with a little sugar ahead of time draws out their juices and creates a natural syrup.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Baking sheet
- Oven
- Pastry Cutter
- Rolling pin
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
For the Shortcake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour preferably organic
- ¼ cup sugar granulated
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold, cut into small pieces
- ¾ cup milk whole or 2%
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 1 ½ pounds strawberries hulled and sliced
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 medium lemon juiced
For the Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream chilled
- 2 tablespoons sugar powdered
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Shortcakes:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry cutter, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk and the beaten egg. Pour the liquid into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead to bring it together.
- Roll the dough to about 1-inch thickness and use a round cutter to cut out shortcakes. Place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes, until lightly golden. Let them cool on a rack.
Prepare Strawberry Topping:
- While the shortcakes are baking, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Let them macerate for at least 30 minutes to release their natural juices.
Make the Whipped Cream:
- In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.
Notes
- For a different twist, try adding a hint of basil to the strawberries for an aromatic surprise.
- If strawberries aren't in season, switch to another berry or a mix of your favorites.
Nutrition
Calories: 453kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 334mgPotassium: 258mgFiber: 3gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 876IUVitamin C: 57mgCalcium: 165mgIron: 2mg
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