Creamy Strawberry Shortcake

August 19, 2013

Good old-fashion strawberry shortcake. Sweet berries, creamy vanilla whipped cream and buttery biscuits. A great dessert or brunch.

Biscuits:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold, cut into small bits
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup whole milk ( I used 1%)
5 tablespoons heavy cream
Additional whipping cream for brushing biscuits (about 1 tablespoon)
Additional granulated sugar, for sprinkling (1 tablespoon) for shortcake

Strawberries:
2 pounds of ripe strawberries
3 to 4 tablespoons granulated sugar (depending on the sweetness of the strawberries)

Chantilly Cream:
2 cups of heavy cream
1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a large bowl sift and stir dry ingredients together. Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter...
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Nutritions

Calories
749

Sodium
461mg
19% DV

Fat
48g
73% DV

Protein
7g
15% DV

Carbs
68g
23% DV

Fiber
4g
17% DV