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Strawberry Shortcake

A classic dessert with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Shortcake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • ⅔ cup milk

Topping

  • 1 lb strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in milk until just combined.
  5. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. While shortcakes are baking, mix strawberries with 2 tablespoon sugar and let sit.
  8. Once shortcakes are done, let them cool slightly. Split them in half and top with strawberries and whipped cream.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

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Strawberry Shortcake
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