Description
A delightful dessert featuring layers of flaky biscuits, fresh strawberries, and fluffy malted whipped cream, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup malted milk powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Slice strawberries and sprinkle with sugar and brandy. Let sit.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add heavy cream and mix gently until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat into a rectangle, and cut out biscuits.
- Place biscuits on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Whip heavy cream with malted milk powder and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble shortcakes: Slice biscuits, layer with strawberries and syrup, then top with whipped cream.
Notes
Serve immediately to prevent sogginess. Pair with vanilla ice cream or a refreshing drink.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert, summer recipe, malted whipped cream