🍓 Classic Strawberry Shortcake

Ingredients

For the Strawberries

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• ¼ cup granulated sugar

For the Shortcakes

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Toss the sliced strawberries with ¼ cup sugar and let them sit for 20–30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Add heavy cream and vanilla. Stir just until the dough comes together.
6. Divide the dough into 6 portions and place on the baking sheet.
7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool slightly.
8. Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
9. Slice each shortcake in half. Layer with whipped cream and strawberries.
10. Top with more whipped cream and strawberries, then serve immediately.