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Fresh Strawberry Basil Shortcake Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Whipped Cream

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A fresh take on classic strawberry shortcake featuring juicy strawberries infused with basil, fluffy shortcakes, and vanilla-flavored whipped cream. Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prep the Strawberries (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and chopped basil. Gently toss to coat. Set aside at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to macerate.
  2. Make the Shortcake Dough (15 minutes): Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut cold, cubed butter into dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk milk, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Pour into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  4. Shape the Shortcakes (10 minutes): Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut rounds about 3 inches in diameter. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake (12-15 minutes): Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes.
  6. Whip the Cream (5-7 minutes): Beat chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  7. Assemble the Shortcakes: Slice each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon macerated strawberry and basil mixture onto bottom half, add whipped cream, then top with other half. Garnish with extra whipped cream and basil leaf if desired.

Notes

Keep butter cold to create flaky layers. Do not overmix dough to avoid toughness. Macerate strawberries well for juicy topping. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid butter. Use fresh basil sparingly to balance flavor. Dough can be chilled if too sticky before shaping. Shortcakes can be made ahead and reheated gently.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, basil, whipped cream, summer dessert, easy dessert, homemade shortcake, fresh berries

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