Description
Delightful shortcakes made with fresh strawberries and topped with rich malted whipped cream, capturing the essence of cherished family memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup malt powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the sliced strawberries with sugar and brandy; toss to coat and set aside to macerate.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until resembling coarse crumbs.
- Stir in heavy cream until just combined, then turn onto a floured surface, patting into a 1-inch thick rectangle and cutting into rounds.
- Place rounds on baking sheet; bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, whip heavy cream with malt powder and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Once shortcakes cool, slice in half, layer with strawberries, and top with malted whipped cream. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are chilled for best results. Assemble shortcakes just before serving for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: dessert, strawberry shortcakes, malted whipped cream, summer dessert, family recipe