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Classic Strawberry Shortcake

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 35 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Description

Sweet, light, and irresistibly summery, this Strawberry Shortcake recipe is a perfect way to make the most of fresh, juicy berries. With buttery homemade shortcakes, clouds of whipped cream, and a tumble of macerated strawberries, it’s a dessert that feels both rustic and elegant, ideal for sunny afternoons or a special treat after dinner.

Ingredients
    For the strawberries:
  • 500 g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 3 tbsp caster sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice ((optional, enhances flavour))
    • For the shortcake biscuits:
  • 250 g plain flour
  • 2 tbsp baking powder
  • 50 g caster sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp salt
  • 110 g cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 150 ml whole milk (or double cream for a richer biscuit)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
    • For the whipped cream:
  • 250 ml double cream, chilled
  • 2 tbsp icing sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. 1
    Prepare the strawberries:
    • In a bowl, mix sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
    • Stir gently, cover, and let sit for at least 20 minutes so the juices release.
  2. 2
    Make the shortcakes:
    • Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan) / 400°F / Gas 6.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
    • Add cold butter cubes. Using fingertips (or a pastry cutter), rub the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
    • Stir in milk and vanilla until just combined—don’t overmix.
    • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, gently pat into a 2cm thick round.
    • Cut into 6 rounds with a biscuit cutter (or slice into squares for rustic style).
    • Place on a baking tray lined with parchment. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden.
  3. 3
    Whip the cream:
    • In a chilled bowl, whip double cream, icing sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  4. 4
    Assemble:
    • Slice warm shortcakes in half horizontally.
    • Spoon macerated strawberries and their juices onto the bottom half.
    • Add a generous dollop of whipped cream.
    • Top with the other half of the shortcake and a few more strawberries.
  5. 5

    Tip: For an extra indulgent twist, drizzle with melted white chocolate or add a layer of strawberry jam before the cream.

Read it online: https://getthegoss.co.uk/recipe/classic-strawberry-shortcake/