Elevated Strawberry Shortcake
Strawberry shortcake layers sweetened fresh strawberries and whipped cream between split buttery biscuits for a classic warm-weather dessert. The biscuits bake in about 15 minutes, and the whole thing can be assembled and on the table in under an hour.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Baking Tray
- Pastry Cutter
- Whisk
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour preferably unbleached
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness for best results
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter chilled and cubed
- ¾ cup heavy cream plus more for brushing
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla extract preferred
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 ½ pounds fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar adjust sweetness as desired
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
For the Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar sifted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
For the Biscuits:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the butter into the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix in the cream and vanilla until a soft dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead briefly until smooth.
- Roll the dough to about 3/4-inch thickness and use a round cutter to cut biscuits. Arrange on the prepared tray.
- Brush the tops with additional cream and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
For the Strawberry Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to macerate and become syrupy.
For the Whipped Cream:
- Chill a mixing bowl and whisk. Whip the cream, sugar, and vanilla to soft peaks.
Assembly:
- Split the biscuits and layer with strawberry filling and whipped cream. Top with the other half of the biscuit, more strawberries and a generous dollop of cream.
Notes
- Consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar to the strawberries for a surprising depth of flavor.
- Substitute with gluten-free flour for dietary restrictions.
Nutrition
Calories: 487kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 5gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 295mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 3gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 1130IUVitamin C: 51mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 2mg
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