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Strawberry Shortcake Summer Dessert

Perfect Strawberry Shortcake Summer Dessert

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Discover the perfect summer delight with this easy strawberry shortcake recipe. It features layers of sweet strawberries, rich whipped cream, and fluffy, flaky shortcake, making it a classic summer favorite for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons cold butter
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 pounds fresh strawberries
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar (for strawberries)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for whipped cream)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Hull and quarter the fresh strawberries. In a bowl, mix them with 1 1/4 cups of sugar and let sit for about 30 minutes to release their juices.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and fine sea salt. Stir to blend.
  4. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the cold milk and the large egg. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  6. Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Gently pat it down to about an inch thick. Use a round cutter to cut out shapes.
  7. Place the shortcake rounds onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Let them cool slightly.
  8. While the shortcakes cool, beat the heavy cream with 1 tablespoon of sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  9. Assemble the strawberry shortcake by slicing each shortcake in half horizontally. Drizzle the bottom half with some strawberry syrup, then add a generous amount of strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Cap with the other half.

Notes

  • Ensure your butter is very cold for the best shortcake texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough; a slightly lumpy dough is fine.
  • Use ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness and juiciness.
  • For an optional touch, add a sprig of mint when serving.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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