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Chef John's Classic Strawberry Shortcake
Chef John's Classic Strawberry Shortcake
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
90 minutes
John's twist on traditional shortcake with browned butter and fresh strawberries is simply divine.
Ingredients:
  • 0.25 cup butter
  • 2 cups self-rising flour
  • 0.25 cup white sugar, plus more for topping
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 cup heavy whipping cream, plus more for brushing
  • 4 pints fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 0.75 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 3 drops vanilla extract
Instructions:
  • Heat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, stirring constantly until it starts to brown and the foam dissipates, about 2 to 3 minutes. Take it off the heat.
  • Combine self-rising flour and 1/4 cup white sugar in a bowl, then mix in milk, 1/4 cup cream, and toasted butter until just combined. Shape dough into a rectangle about 1-inch thick on a floured surface. Cut dough into portions and place on prepared baking sheet. Brush with cream and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake until golden brown in a preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes. Allow the shortcakes to cool completely on a rack.
  • Coat sliced strawberries with sugar and gently mix until the sugar starts to dissolve. Chill until the berries release their juices, approximately 1 hour.
  • Using an electric mixer, whisk 3/4 cup of cream with 1 tablespoon of sugar and a splash of vanilla until fluffy peaks form.
  • 1. Split the biscuit in half. Place the bottom half in a bowl. Spoon strawberries and juice over the bottom half. Place the top half on top and add more strawberries and juice. Finish with a dollop of whipped cream.

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