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Fluffy Fresh Strawberry Shortcake Recipe with Easy Homemade Whipped Cream

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A simple, light, and airy strawberry shortcake featuring tender golden shortcakes, fresh macerated strawberries, and soft homemade whipped cream. Perfect for summer and easy to prepare in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (about 600g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prep the Strawberries (15 minutes): In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Stir gently and let them sit at room temperature 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 sifted flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter cubes and cut into flour using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
  3. Add Liquids (2-3 minutes): Mix cold milk and vanilla extract. Pour into dry ingredients and stir quickly with a wooden spoon or spatula just until dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Shape the Shortcakes (5 minutes): Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Pat into 1-inch thick rectangle. Using a 2½-inch round biscuit cutter or glass, cut out 6 shortcakes. Press scraps together to cut more if needed.
  5. Bake (12-15 minutes): Place shortcakes on parchment-lined baking sheet with space between each. Bake until golden brown and puffed, about 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to cooling rack.
  6. Whip the Cream (5 minutes): While shortcakes bake, pour cold heavy cream into chilled mixing bowl. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat with hand or stand mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  7. Assemble the Shortcakes (5 minutes): Slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon macerated strawberries with juices onto bottom half, dollop whipped cream on top, and cap with other half. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep butter cold to ensure flaky shortcakes. Do not overmix dough to avoid toughness. Use fresh strawberries for best flavor and texture. Whip cream to soft peaks only to prevent graininess. Serve shortcakes immediately for best texture. Shortcakes can be warmed in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if cooled before serving. Strawberries can be prepared ahead and refrigerated but bring to room temperature before assembling.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, fresh strawberries, whipped cream, summer dessert, easy dessert, homemade shortcake

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