Scrumptious Strawberry Shortcake

This strawberry shortcake recipe is made from scratch with butter and cream and topped with sugared berries.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 344 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 cup cold butter, cubed
• 0.25 cup white sugar
• 0.75 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 0.66666668653488 cup heavy cream

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix together flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and cream of tartar in a large bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives. Stir in cream and egg until incorporated. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface.

Step 3

Knead dough for 2 minutes. Press into a 1/2-inch-thick sheet. Cut into squares and place on baking sheets.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 20 minutes. Allow shortcakes to cool.

Step 5

Place strawberries in a medium bowl. Sprinkle with sugar; stir to combine. Split cooled shortcakes in half and spread with sugared berries.