This recipe is all about a classic and indulgent dessert – Strawberry Shortcakes. Combining tender and flaky shortcakes with fresh Ontario strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream, these sweet treats are a delightful way to showcase the natural flavors of summer berries. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself, these homemade shortcakes are sure to impress and satisfy your cravings for a delectable dessert.
The star of this recipe is the shortcake. Made from a simple combination of flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cold butter, and buttermilk, the shortcakes are the perfect balance of lightness and richness. The butter is cut into the dry ingredients until it forms coarse crumbs, creating a tender and flaky texture when baked. The addition of buttermilk adds a subtle tang and ensures that the shortcakes are moist and flavorful.
These strawberry shortcakes are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a delight for the eyes. The golden-brown shortcakes, the bright red strawberries, and the billowy whipped cream come together to create an inviting and picture-perfect dessert.
Whether you’re enjoying these strawberry shortcakes on a warm summer evening, serving them at a special occasion, or treating yourself to a well-deserved dessert, they are sure to bring a smile to your face and satisfy your sweet tooth. The combination of tender shortcakes, juicy strawberries, and creamy whipped cream is a timeless classic that never fails to please.
So, gather your ingredients, prepare the shortcakes with care, and indulge in these delightful Strawberry Shortcakes that celebrate the flavors of the season. It’s time to treat yourself and your loved ones to a dessert that epitomizes the joy of summer and the simple pleasures of a homemade treat.
INGREDIENTS:
Shortcakes:
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
Strawberries & Whipped Cream:
- Fresh Ontario strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt together.
- Add the cold butter to the flour mixture.
- Cut the butter into the flour using a couple of knives or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles large crumbs.
- Pour in the buttermilk and mix until the dough is smooth.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/2 inch.
- Using a circular cutter, cut the dough into circles.
- Place the circles on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, combine the whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Whip the cream mixture with an electric mixer or whisk until medium peaks form.
- Once the biscuits are done, split them in half.
- Top each half with sliced strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream.
- Serve and enjoy!
TIPS:
Shortcakes are sweet biscuits. If you don’t feel like making your own biscuits you can buy the refrigerated or frozen ones and brush the top with some melted butter and sprinkle on some sugar after baking them.
