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Fluffy Classic Strawberry Shortcake Recipe Perfect for Summer Desserts

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A tender, buttery shortcake paired with sweet macerated strawberries and fresh whipped cream, perfect for summer gatherings and easy to make in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) whole milk, cold
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (600g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prep the Strawberries (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently, cover, and set aside to macerate while you prepare the shortcakes.
  2. Make the Shortcake Dough (15 minutes): Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and cut into flour mixture until coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits form.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients (2 minutes): In a separate small bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Combine and Fold (5 minutes): Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture. Fold gently with a rubber spatula just until combined; do not overmix. Dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
  5. Shape the Shortcakes (5 minutes): Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and pat into 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out 6 rounds using biscuit cutter or glass. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake (15 minutes): Bake for 12-15 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Transfer to wire rack to cool slightly.
  7. Whip the Cream (5 minutes): While shortcakes bake, whip cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  8. Assemble (5 minutes): Slice shortcakes in half horizontally. Spoon macerated strawberries and syrup over bottom halves, add whipped cream, then top with other half. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep butter cold and fold dough gently to maintain fluffiness. Macerate strawberries for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Chill dough if too sticky before shaping. Watch baking time closely to avoid drying out shortcakes. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid graininess.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, summer dessert, classic shortcake, fluffy shortcake, macerated strawberries, whipped cream dessert

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