Strawberry Shortcake Delight
The warm embrace of summer finds its embodiment in every bite of our Strawberry Shortcake Delight. This delightful dessert takes the essence of ripe strawberries and fluffy shortcakes and transforms them into a symphony of flavors and textures. It’s not just a dessert; it’s an experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar. Let them macerate while preparing the shortcakes.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Using a pastry cutter, blend the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times. Pat it down to about 1-inch thickness.
- Use a round cutter to cut out shortcakes and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the shortcakes are golden brown.
- Allow the shortcakes to cool slightly before assembling.
- To assemble, slice the shortcakes in half horizontally. Spoon the macerated strawberries onto the bottom half.
- Place the top half of the shortcake over the strawberries. Dust with powdered sugar.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Irresistible strawberry shortcakes with tender, buttery layers and sweet macerated strawberries.
Nutrition: Calories per serving – 245
Indulge in the Strawberry Shortcake Delight as a testament to the beauty of simplicity and the perfection of nature’s bounty. Each forkful intertwines the delicate sweetness of ripe strawberries with the rich indulgence of whipped cream and buttery shortcakes. It’s a dessert born of sun-soaked days and shared laughter, a treat that captures the essence of summer on a plate. Whether served at an intimate family gathering or a joyful picnic, this strawberry shortcake delight promises not just a dessert, but a memory to be cherished.