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Strawberry Shortcake Dessert: A Must-Try Summer Treat!

Strawberry Shortcake Dessert
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A delightful and refreshing dessert perfect for summer, featuring layers of fluffy shortcake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add cold butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently.
  6. Roll out to about 1-inch thick and cut into rounds.
  7. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While the shortcakes cool, mix sliced strawberries with powdered sugar and let sit for 10 minutes.
  9. Whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  10. Assemble the dessert by splitting the shortcakes, adding strawberries and whipped cream, and topping with the other half of the shortcake.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh strawberries.
  • Shortcakes can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
  • Feel free to add a splash of lemon juice to the strawberries for extra flavor.

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