GRANDMA'S OLD-FASHIONED STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

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When my grandma served this shortcake, she usually topped it with homemade vanilla ice cream. -Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
SHORTCAKE:
3 cups all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons sugar, divided
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1-1/4 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine strawberries with sugar and vanilla; mash slightly. Let stand at least 30 minutes, tossing occasionally., Preheat oven to 400°. For shortcakes, whisk together flour, 4 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add buttermilk; stir just until combined (do not overmix). Drop batter by 1/3 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto an ungreased baking sheet. Brush with 2 tablespoons heavy cream; sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon sugar. Bake until golden, 18-20 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., For topping, beat heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. To serve, cut shortcakes in half; top with strawberries and whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638 calories, Fat 36g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Izuchukwu Peace
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This recipe is amazing! The biscuits are so light and fluffy, and the strawberries and whipped cream are the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


random 64
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This recipe is a winner! The biscuits are perfect and the strawberries and whipped cream are the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


HaMmad Official
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This recipe is delicious! The biscuits are so fluffy and the strawberries and whipped cream are the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


kAzI Gaming
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The biscuits are light and fluffy, and the strawberries and whipped cream are the perfect topping. This recipe is a keeper!


Jade Burrows
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This recipe is a classic for a reason! The biscuits are so good and the strawberries and whipped cream are the perfect topping. I love that this recipe is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Maimuna Isah
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The biscuits were fluffy and the strawberries were perfectly sweet. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Ahmed Imtiaz Nipun
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This recipe is a family favorite! We make it every year for strawberry season. The biscuits are so light and fluffy, and the strawberries and whipped cream are the perfect topping. This recipe is always a hit with our family and friends.


farin fardous
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the biscuits and the strawberries and whipped cream. I will definitely be making this recipe again for my next party.


Kalemeera Amon
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This recipe is a keeper! The biscuits are so moist and flavorful, and the strawberries and whipped cream are the perfect complement. I love that this recipe is so easy to make, yet it looks and tastes like it came from a bakery.


Lillian Boyd
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I tried this recipe for the first time last week and it was a huge success! The biscuits were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. The strawberries were the perfect level of sweetness and the whipped cream was light and fluffy. I will defin


Meherin Ishrat
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This is a classic recipe that never fails to impress. The biscuits are fluffy and light, the strawberries are sweet and juicy, and the whipped cream is the perfect finishing touch. I've made this recipe for years and it's always a hit with my family