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Strawberry Shortcake Recipe Easy Classic Dessert for Summer

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This easy strawberry shortcake recipe features tender homemade shortcakes, juicy macerated strawberries, and pillowy vanilla whipped cream. It’s a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for summer gatherings or a simple weeknight treat.

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
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1.5 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
  • Pinch of fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Hull and slice strawberries. Place in a bowl with 1/3 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Stir gently and let macerate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add cold, cubed butter and cut in with a pastry cutter or two forks until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir gently until a shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix.
  7. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut into 6 rounds or squares.
  8. Place shortcakes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush tops with a little cream or milk.
  9. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and set. Cool on a rack for at least 10 minutes.
  10. In a clean, cold bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Whip with a mixer until soft peaks form.
  11. Split shortcakes in half horizontally. Spoon strawberries and juices onto the bottom half, top with whipped cream, and place the lid on top. Add extra berries or cream if desired.
  12. Serve immediately for best texture.

Notes

Keep butter and cream cold for flakier shortcakes. Don’t overmix the dough. Macerate strawberries for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Assemble shortcakes just before serving to prevent sogginess. For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and plant-based butter/coconut cream. Shortcakes freeze well; thaw and reheat before serving.

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