Desserts
Best Strawberry Shortcake
Description
Classic strawberry shortcake—a beloved American dessert—is a simple yet delightful combination of buttery biscuits, juicy sweetened strawberries, and luscious whipped cream. Its ease of preparation and irresistible taste have made it a timeless favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 quart fresh strawberries (1 1/2 lb)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 1/3 cups Bisquick™ Original Pancake & Baking Mix
- 2/3 cup 2% milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons salted butter or margarine, melted
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Directions:
- Heat oven to 425°F.
- Rinse the strawberries with cold water; drain. Remove hulls and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices. In large bowl, gently mix strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar with a spoon or rubber spatula until well mixed; set aside.
- In medium bowl, stir Bisquick™ mix, milk, 3 tablespoons sugar and the melted butter just until soft dough forms.
- On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by 6 large spoonfuls about 3-inches apart.
- Bake 16 to 17 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 10 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Cut warm shortcakes horizontally in half with long, serrated knife. Fill and top with strawberries and whipped cream. Serve immediately.
