Description
This Easy Strawberry Shortcake recipe features tender, buttery biscuits layered with sweetened fresh strawberries and fluffy whipped cream, creating a classic, delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Biscuit Dough
- 4 Cups Bisquick
- ¼ Cup Sugar
- 1½ Cups Cream
- Flour for dusting
- 4 Tablespoons Butter, softened
- 2 Tablespoons Sugar (for topping)
Strawberry Topping
- 4 Cups Strawberries, sliced and sweetened
- 1 Cup Sugar
Whipped Cream
- Whipped Cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450℉ to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the shortcakes.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together 4 cups of Bisquick and ¼ cup of sugar to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
- Add Cream and Form Dough: Pour in 1½ cups of cream and mix the dough gently with a fork, keeping it soft. Add a little more Bisquick if the dough is too sticky, but avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured board and knead it about 10 times to form a ball, which helps develop the biscuit texture.
- Roll Out Dough: Roll the dough into a rectangle about ½ inch thick, preparing it for the buttery layering.
- Butter and Fold: Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then fold it over to keep the rectangular shape and create flaky layers.
- Cut Squares: Cut the dough into 6 to 8 squares, depending on your preferred serving size.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the squares about ½ inch apart on a greased cookie sheet to allow for even baking.
- Butter and Sugar Top: Spread each piece with softened butter and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of sugar for a sweet, golden crust.
- Bake Shortcakes: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the shortcakes are golden and cooked through.
- Prepare Strawberries: While the shortcakes bake, slice 4 cups of strawberries and mix with 1 cup of sugar to macerate and sweeten them.
- Slice Shortcakes: Remove the baked shortcakes from the oven and split them in half horizontally while still warm.
- Butter the Cut Sides: Spread butter on the inside of each shortcake half to add richness.
- Assemble Dessert: On the bottom halves, spoon a generous layer of whipped cream followed by the sweetened strawberries.
- Top and Serve: Place the top halves over the filling, and add more whipped cream and strawberries on top if desired. Serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep the shortcakes tender and flaky.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- If the dough is too sticky, add Bisquick sparingly to avoid making the biscuits tough.
- You can prepare the strawberries ahead and refrigerate them to allow the sugar to further macerate.
- Whipped cream can be homemade or store-bought according to preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake, Easy Dessert, Bisquick Shortcakes, Fresh Strawberries, Whipped Cream Dessert
