Strawberry-Lemon Shortcakes

Shortcake is a traditional British dessert that dates back to the 16th century. It was originally served with strawberries and cream.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Strawberry-Lemon Shortcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, cold
• ¹⁄₂ cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 cup Fresh strawberries, sliced
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut the cold butter into small pieces and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the heavy cream and lemon zest. Pour the cream mixture into the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Roll the dough out to a 1-inch thickness.
6. Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out shortcakes from the dough. Place the shortcakes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the shortcakes are golden brown.
8. While the shortcakes are baking, prepare the strawberries by slicing them and tossing them with powdered sugar.
9. Once the shortcakes have cooled slightly, split them in half horizontally.
10. Place a spoonful of strawberries on the bottom half of each shortcake, then top with a dollop of whipped cream.
11. Place the top half of the shortcake on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 22g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.