Ingredients
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- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Place your sliced strawberries in a medium bowl and sprinkle them with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Stir them gently to coat. Let them sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. This process, called maceration, draws out the juices to create a sweet syrup.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the biscuits from sticking and to ensure even browning.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, the baking powder, and the salt. Make sure there are no large clumps so the biscuits rise evenly.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or two knives to work the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter still visible. This is the secret to flaky layers.
- Pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Stir gently with a fork just until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix, as this will make the biscuits tough instead of tender.
- Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, making about 6 large mounds. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are a beautiful golden brown. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together using a hand mixer or whisk. Continue until stiff peaks form, meaning the cream holds its shape when you lift the beaters.
- Slice the warm biscuits in half horizontally. Place the bottom half on a plate, top with a generous spoonful of strawberries and syrup, add a dollop of whipped cream, and place the other biscuit half on top.
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian