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Easy Fresh Strawberry Shortcake Recipe Perfect for Summer Fireworks

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A quick and easy strawberry shortcake recipe featuring fresh, juicy berries, fluffy biscuits, and whipped cream, perfect for summer celebrations and last-minute desserts.

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, beaten (room temperature)
  • 4 cups (about 600g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat, then let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to macerate.
  2. Make the Biscuit Dough (15 minutes): Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and cut into flour mixture using a pastry cutter or two forks until coarse crumbs form.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in cold milk and beaten egg. Stir gently just until dough comes together. Adjust with flour or milk if too sticky or dry.
  4. Shape the Biscuits (5 minutes): Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Pat into 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut rounds about 2.5 inches wide. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart. Re-roll scraps and cut additional biscuits.
  5. Bake (12-15 minutes): Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Whip the Cream (5 minutes): Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form.
  7. Assemble the Shortcakes: Split warm biscuits horizontally. Spoon macerated strawberries on bottom half, add whipped cream, then top with biscuit halves. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep butter cold when cutting into flour for flaky biscuits. Do not overmix dough to keep biscuits tender. Macerate strawberries to enhance flavor. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid graininess. Assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess. Biscuits can be baked ahead and reheated.

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

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