Valentine Strawberry Shortcakes

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Flaky buttermilk biscuits, rich strawberry topping, and cool whipped cream combine beautifully in this classic Valentine's Day treat. Cutting the biscuits into heart shapes makes a memorable presentation.

Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening, chilled
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut in small pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 quart strawberries cut small
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly grease 2 cookie sheets.
  2. In a large bowl whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt to combine. Cut in the shortening and butter using two knives or a pastry blender until the pieces are about the size of peas. Add buttermilk and stir to blend.
  3. Turn out on lightly floured board. Knead about 4 times and pat into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Using a 3-inch heart-shaped cutter, cut out biscuits. Cut as many biscuits as possible by reforming scraps into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle.
  4. Bake about 20 minutes or until golden and baked through.
  5. In a medium bowl, mix strawberries and sugar to combine. Let sit until juice forms.
  6. In a large bowl with a beater on medium-high, beat cream with sugar and vanilla until whipped.
  7. To serve, slice through biscuit horizontally and place cut sides up on a plate. Top with 1/4 cup berries and juice and 1/3 cup of whipped cream.

Make it Faster

Instead of using a cookie cutter, pat the dough into a rectangle and cut into serving-sized squares with a sharp knife.

Tips & Tricks

For a richer taste, brush the tops of the biscuits with beaten whole egg or heavy cream.

Preparation Time:

15 minutes


Ready In:

25 minutes


Servings:

6


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