SLAB STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

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Shortcake to feed a crowd! With no individual assembly required, this genius recipe couldn't be more perfect for all of your spring and summer gatherings. The from-scratch biscuit base is scone-like in its buttery texture and tastes great on its own, but when topped with sweetened whipped cream and sugared strawberries, it's simply divine. If you have other fresh berries on hand, you can use your favorite combination to top the shortcake base. This dessert will be your new party favorite.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
5 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter, cut in pieces
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 quart (4 cups) strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, stir the flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, baking powder and salt until blended. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
  • In small bowl, beat eggs and 2 cups whipping cream just until blended. Stir into flour mixture until mixture forms a soft dough. Using lightly floured fingers, pat and press dough in bottom of 15x10x1-inch ungreased pan.
  • Bake 16 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix strawberries and 1/4 cup granulated sugar; stir occasionally.
  • When ready to serve, in chilled large bowl, beat Topping ingredients with electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Spread top with whipped cream. Using slotted spoon, spoon sugared berries over top. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 6 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1 g

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