Strawberry Shortcake Sweet Biscuits (Printable Version)

Tender biscuits topped with fresh macerated strawberries and fluffy whipped cream make this beloved summer treat irresistible.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Biscuits

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
06 - 2/3 cup whole milk
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ For the Strawberries

08 - 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
09 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

→ For the Whipped Cream

11 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
13 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
03 - Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in milk and vanilla extract until just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
05 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
06 - Cut out 6 rounds using a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter and place on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
08 - Combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for at least 15 minutes until juices form.
09 - Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a mixer until soft peaks form.
10 - Slice biscuits in half horizontally. Spoon strawberries and juices over bottom half, top with whipped cream, and finish with biscuit top. Add extra strawberries and cream if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The biscuits stay tender for days if you store them right, though they rarely last that long
  • You can assemble everything ahead and just put it together when guests arrive
  • That moment when cream soaks into slightly warm biscuit is absolute magic
02 -
  • Cold ingredients are nonnegotiable for tender biscuits, warmth activates gluten before you want it to
  • Letting strawberries sit for at least 15 minutes creates that glorious juice that soaks into everything
  • Assembly should happen right before serving or biscuits get sad and soggy
03 -
  • A sprinkle of orange zest in the strawberries makes people ask what your secret ingredient is
  • Brush biscuit tops with a little cream and extra sugar before baking for sparkle and crunch
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