Deluxe Strawberry Shortcake
Indulge in the ultimate summer dessert with this Deluxe Strawberry Shortcake recipe, a true showstopper featuring tender, buttery shortcakes, luscious macerated strawberries, and clouds of homemade whipped cream. Perfectly golden and slightly crumbly shortcakes are made from scratch, infused with rich vanilla and a touch of cream for unparalleled flavor and texture. Fresh, juicy strawberries are lightly sweetened to enhance their natural sweetness, creating the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Topped with velvety whipped cream made with powdered sugar and vanilla, this classic dessert gets a gourmet upgrade that's easy enough for weeknight cravings but impressive enough for guests. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe guarantees six servings of pure strawberry bliss—ideal for warm-weather celebrations or an elegant treat any time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pound Fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 1 cup Heavy cream (for whipped cream)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix gently until the dough comes together without overworking it.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle, and cut out 6 rounds using a biscuit cutter. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the shortcakes are golden brown. Let them cool on a wire rack while preparing the strawberries and whipped cream.
In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar for the topping. Toss well and set aside to macerate for at least 10 minutes.
To make the whipped cream, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form.
To assemble, split each shortcake in half horizontally. Layer the bottom half with whipped cream and macerated strawberries. Top with the second half and add more whipped cream and strawberries on top.
Serve immediately and enjoy your luxurious homemade strawberry shortcake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 246.5 g | 316% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.4 g | 762% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 706 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 2691 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.8 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
