Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Dessert (Printer-Friendly)
Tender shortcakes, fresh berries, and whipped cream combine for a memorable seasonal dessert.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Strawberries
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5 to 6 cups freshly sliced strawberries
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Sweetened Whipped Cream
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Shortcakes
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120 grams salted butter, softened (1/2 cup)
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150 grams granulated sugar (3/4 cup)
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120 milliliters buttermilk (1/2 cup)
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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180 grams all-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
# Steps to Prepare:
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In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to several hours until juices develop.
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In a chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until thickened and stiff peaks form. Cover and refrigerate until serving time. Do not prepare more than one hour in advance to maintain texture.
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease 10 cups of a muffin tin. Using an electric mixer, cream softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes. Add buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat just until combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently just until no dry flour remains. Avoid overmixing the batter.
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Divide the batter evenly among the greased muffin cups. Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
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Allow the shortcakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then gently remove them from the pan and transfer to a wire rack.
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Place shortcakes on serving plates. Top each with macerated strawberries and their juice, followed by a generous spoonful of freshly whipped cream. Serve immediately.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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The strawberries taste best if allowed to macerate several hours, releasing natural juices and developing fuller flavor.
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Prepare whipped cream just before serving to prevent separation.