Strawberry Shortcakes
Strawberry Shortcakes is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat the oven to 400°F.
Grease a baking sheet.
Combine the flour, sugar and salt in a bowl.
Add the butter.
Using a pastry blender or your fingers, rub it into the dry ingredients until mixture resembles a coarse meal.
Stir in the milk until a very soft dough is formed.
Do not overwork.
Drop the dough in 6 equal portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly pat the dough into rounds—3 to 3 1/2 inches in diameter—and lightly brush the tops with the cream.
Bake the shortcakes in the center of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool on a wire rack.
Place strawberries in a bowl.
Sprinkle with lemon juice and sugar, then gently toss with a rubber spatula.
Let rest for 1 1/2 to 2 hours for juices to develop.
Just before serving, whip cream with 1 Tbsp sugar until it holds soft peaks.
To serve, slice off the top third of each shortcake.
Place the bottoms on 6 dessert plates and top with 1/3 cup of the prepared berries and juice, plus a spoonful of whipped cream.
Cover with the top.
Spoon over more berries and juice, then dollop with whipped cream.
Garnish each with a whole berry and drizzle with any remaining juice.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.