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Mini Strawberry Shortcakes

Delightful mini strawberry shortcakes filled with sweetened strawberries and whipped cream, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any gathering.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Strawberries (about 2 cups)
  • Granulated Sugar (1/4 cup, plus 1 tablespoon for strawberries)
  • All-Purpose Flour (1 ½ cups)
  • Baking Powder (1 tablespoon)
  • Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Unsalted Butter (1/2 cup or 1 stick)
  • Heavy Cream (1 cup)
  • Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash strawberries, slice, and toss with 1 tablespoon sugar. Let sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  4. Incorporate the butter: Cut butter into cubes and mix it into the dry ingredients until coarse crumbs form.
  5. Add the cream: Pour in the heavy cream and mix gently until the dough comes together.
  6. Shape the biscuits: Knead the dough gently, roll out, and cut into mini biscuits.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
  8. Whip the cream: Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form, then add vanilla and whip until stiff peaks.
  9. Assemble the shortcakes: Slice biscuits, layer with strawberries and cream, and cap with the biscuit tops. Serve with extra cream and strawberries.

Notes

For added flavors, consider lemon zest or chocolate chips in the dough. Serve in mason jars for fun presentation.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert, Valentine's Day