Description
A classic dessert featuring sweet strawberries, fluffy shortcake, and fresh whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar. Let sit.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Stir in milk until just combined.
- Drop batter by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Whip heavy cream and 2 tablespoons sugar.
- Assemble shortcakes with strawberries and whipped cream.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries.
- You can make the shortcakes ahead of time.
- Feel free to add a splash of vanilla extract to the whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American