Fresh Strawberry Shortcake with Homemade Biscuits

Fresh Strawberry Shortcake with Homemade Biscuits ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 2/3 cup heavy cream
• optional egg wash (1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk)
• 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 2-3 tbsp (to taste) granulated sugar
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to make Fresh Strawberry Shortcake with Homemade Biscuits

1. **For the Strawberries:** In a medium bowl, gently combine the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar. Let them sit at room temperature for at least 15-20 minutes (or longer in the fridge) to allow the juices to release and create a syrup. This process is called macerating.
2. **For the Biscuits:** Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the heavy cream, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat or roll to about 3/4-inch thickness. Use a 2.5-3 inch round cutter to cut out 6 biscuits. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If desired, brush the tops with egg wash for a golden sheen.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through. Let cool slightly on a wire rack.
5. **For the Whipped Cream:** In a chilled large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
6. **Assembly:** To serve, carefully split each warm biscuit in half horizontally. Place the bottom half on a plate, spoon a generous amount of macerated strawberries over it, then top with a dollop of whipped cream. Place the biscuit top on the whipped cream, then add another spoonful of strawberries and another dollop of whipped cream. Serve immediately.

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