Description
This Easy Homemade Strawberry Shortcakes recipe offers a delightful combination of fluffy, tender biscuits layered with sweet strawberries and airy whipped cream. Perfect for a quick dessert or festive occasion, it features freshly macerated strawberries, rich whipped cream, and flaky shortcakes baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Strawberries
- 16 ounces strawberries, quartered
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Biscuits
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: In a medium bowl, combine the quartered strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Cover the mixture and let it stand for 2 hours at room temperature to allow the strawberries to release their juices and macerate.
- Make Whipped Cream: Using an electric mixer, beat 1 cup of whipping cream at medium speed until it becomes foamy. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of sugar and continue beating until soft peaks form. Optionally, mix in 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Cover and chill for up to 2 hours until ready to serve.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the biscuits.
- Prepare Biscuit Dough: In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/3 cup shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Create a well in the center and slowly add 1 1/2 cups sour cream. Knead the dough gently with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined.
- Shape Biscuits: Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup coated with vegetable shortening, portion out the dough by dropping it onto a lightly greased baking sheet, forming individual biscuits.
- Bake Biscuits: Bake the biscuits on the greased sheet for 20 to 23 minutes. Afterward, set the oven to broil and bake for an additional 1 minute or until golden brown on top.
- Assemble Shortcakes: Slice each biscuit horizontally in half. Spoon the macerated strawberries onto the bottom halves, then add a generous dollop of whipped cream. Cover with the biscuit tops. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries.
- Chilling whipped cream helps maintain its texture until serving.
- Do not over-knead the biscuit dough to keep them tender and fluffy.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier taste.
- Make sure to grease your hands or utensils to prevent sticking while shaping biscuits.
- Serve immediately after assembly for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
