Imen Dridi Strawberry Shortcake by Alton Brown is a luscious treat with a silky biscuit base, macerated strawberries, and whipped cream that’s ready in just 15 minutes!
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💗 Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Shortcake Recipe:
- Flaky perfection: Golden-brown, tender biscuits.
- Masterful technique: Meticulous, easy-to-follow instructions.
- Quick and easy: Minimal ingredients, speedy preparation.
❓ What Is Alton Brown’s Strawberry Shortcake Recipe?
Alton Brown’s Strawberry Shortcake is a tasty treat that features flaky biscuits balanced with macerated strawberries and topped with whipped cream.
🍓 Alton Brown Strawberry Shortcake Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 ounces sugar, plus additional for sprinkling
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled, plus additional melted butter for brushing
- 2 ounces shortening
- 3/4 cup half-and-half
- Macerated strawberries, for serving
- Whipped cream, for serving
🍰 How To Make Alton Brown Strawberry Shortcake
- Get the oven temperature up to 450ºF. Prepare a half-sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix the flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix the dry ingredients with the chilled butter and shortening until it forms a coarse crumb mixture, using your fingertips. Stir in the half-and-half until a sticky batter is formed.
- Spoon 8 generous dollops of batter onto the prepared half-sheet pan. Apply melted butter and finish with more sugar. Bake for around 15 minutes or until golden brown color.
- Spoon into a basket lined with kitchen towels, allow to sit for 10 minutes, then split and top with whipped cream and macerated strawberries.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Precise Mixing: Achieve the right batter consistency for perfect biscuits.
- Hearty Portions: Spoon generous batter dollops for ideal-sized shortcakes.
- Buttery Finish: Brush with melted butter and pre-bake for added flavor and crispiness.
🍯 What Pairs Nicely With Strawberry Shortcake?
Indulge in a symphony of tastes with Strawberry Shortcake and a variety of additions such as whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, chocolate drizzle, caramel sauce, berries medley, and a touch of honey drizzle
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Strawberry Shortcake?
- In The Fridge: You may keep leftover strawberry shortcake in the fridge for up to 5 days if you place it in a sealed container.
- In The Freezer: Leftover strawberry shortcakes be frozen for up to 2 to 3 months after being wrapped in plastic wrap and kept in a freezer bag. Let it thaw in the fridge before serving.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Strawberry Shortcake?
- Oven: Set the oven temperature to 350°F then arrange strawberry shortcake on a baking pan and heat for 5 to 10 minutes or until warm.
- Microwave: Throw strawberry shortcake on a microwave-safe plate and heat on medium setting for 45-60 seconds at a time until warmed.
FAQs
Why is strawberry shortcake called short?
Strawberry shortcake is called ‘short’ due to an old English term, signifying a crisp texture achieved by adding fat to the dough.
What is the difference between strawberry shortcake and strawberry cake?
Strawberry shortcake is a biscuit with whipped cream and strawberries, resembling an English scone. Strawberry cake has strawberries baked in, served with or without cream.
Why is my strawberry shortcake fall apart?
Your strawberry shortcake may fall apart if crafted without parchment paper, as its more tender texture could result in fragility.
Why is my strawberry shortcake dry?
Your strawberry shortcake might turn dry if overbaked, diminishing its moisture and affecting moist texture.
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Alton Brown Strawberry Shortcake Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 485
- Total Fat 29g
- Saturated Fat 16g
- Trans Fat 0g
- Cholesterol 99mg
- Sodium 322mg
- Total Carbohydrates 52g
- Dietary Fiber 3.9g
- Sugars 23g
- Protein 6.7g
Alton Brown Strawberry Shortcake
Description
Strawberry Shortcake by Alton Brown is a luscious treat with a silky biscuit base, macerated strawberries, and whipped cream that’s ready in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Get the oven temperature up to 450ºF. Prepare a half-sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix the flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix the dry ingredients with the chilled butter and shortening until it forms a coarse crumb mixture, using your fingertips. Stir in the half-and-half until a sticky batter is formed.
- Spoon 8 generous dollops of batter onto the prepared half-sheet pan. Apply melted butter and finish with more sugar. Bake for around 15 minutes or until golden brown color.
- Spoon into a basket lined with kitchen towels, allow to sit for 10 minutes, then split and top with whipped cream and macerated strawberries.
Notes
- Precise Mixing: Achieve the right batter consistency for perfect biscuits.
Hearty Portions: Spoon generous batter dollops for ideal-sized shortcakes.
Buttery Finish: Brush with melted butter and pre-bake for added flavor and crispiness.
