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Ultimate Strawberry Shortcake
Emily

Ultimate Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

This Ultimate Strawberry Shortcake features buttery homemade shortcake, sweet macerated strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream — the perfect summer dessert classic.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries, sliced
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • Spatula
  • knife

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let them sit for 15–20 minutes to release juices.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add heavy cream and vanilla, mixing until dough forms. Press dough into a greased 8-inch pan.
  3. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely before slicing.
  4. Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  5. Slice the cake in half. Spread whipped cream on the bottom layer, then add strawberries. Place the top layer, repeat with whipped cream and strawberries. Drizzle with extra strawberry syrup.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of almond extract to the whipped cream. You can also bake the shortcake in individual ramekins for personal servings. Best enjoyed the same day for freshness.