Description
A delightful dessert of tender shortcakes layered with sweet brandied strawberries and fluffy malted whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¾ cup milk
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 tablespoons brandy (for strawberries)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup malted milk powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep the strawberries by rinsing them, removing stems, slicing, and mixing with sugar and brandy. Set aside for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine flour, baking powder, and sugar in a bowl.
- Add cold butter and mix until coarse crumbs form.
- Stir in the milk until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, pat it down, and cut out shortcake rounds.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Whip heavy cream, malted milk powder, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble shortcakes with strawberries and whipped cream.
- Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
For variations, swap strawberries with blueberries or raspberries. Store leftovers separately for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert, summer dessert, brandy, malted cream