Ingredients
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- 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 cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for strawberries)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipped topping)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for whipped topping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the chilled heavy cream and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out rounds using a biscuit cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the shortcakes are golden brown. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup powdered sugar. Toss to coat and let sit for about 15 minutes to release their juices.
- For the whipped topping, beat the heavy cream, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until stiff peaks form.
- To assemble, slice the shortcakes in half and layer with strawberries and whipped cream. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute the strawberries with other berries like blueberries or raspberries.
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice to the strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 40
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