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Classic Strawberry Shortcake (Made from Scratch)

Welcome spring into your kitchen with this completely from-scratch strawberry shortcake! It is the perfect blend of flaky biscuits, juicy berries, and homemade whipped cream. If you want a foolproof dessert that tastes like pure sunshine, you are in the right place. Let's get baking!
Course Dessert
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

Strawberries

  • 2 lb fresh strawberries sliced
  • ¼ cup sugar

Shortcakes

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold butter cubed
  • ¾ cup milk

Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Macerate the berries: Toss the sliced strawberries with the sugar in a medium bowl. Set them aside for about 30 minutes. This pulls out those delicious natural juices and creates a sweet syrup.
  • Prep your station: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper so your shortcakes do not stick.
  • Mix the dry ingredients: Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large mixing bowl.
  • Cut the butter: Add your cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Cut it in using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Pro tip: keeping the butter as cold as possible is our ultimate secret to super flaky shortcakes!
  • Form the dough: Pour in the milk and stir gently just until a soft dough forms. Do your best to avoid overmixing, otherwise your shortcakes might turn out a bit tough.
  • Cut the shortcakes: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it down gently to about ¾-inch thickness. Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter to cut out your shortcakes, then place them evenly on your prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake: Pop the baking sheet in the oven for 12–15 minutes until the tops turn a gorgeous golden brown.
  • Whip the cream: While the shortcakes cool slightly, use a hand mixer to whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft, beautiful peaks form.
  • Assemble: Place a warm shortcake on your plate. Top it with a generous scoop of juicy strawberries and a big dollop of whipped cream. Gently place another shortcake on top and repeat with another layer of strawberries and cream. Spoon some extra strawberry juice right over the top for the perfect finish.