Ina Garten Strawberry Shortcakes Deconstructed Recipe
If you want a fresh, elegant and easy dessert, this Ina Garten Strawberry Shortcakes Deconstructed Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
For Strawberries
- 3 cups fresh strawberries sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For Shortcakes
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter cubed
- 2/3 cup milk or cream
For Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare Strawberries
- In a bowl, mix strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 15–20 minutes to release juices.
Make Shortcakes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add milk and form dough.
Bake Shortcakes
- Shape dough into small rounds and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden. Let cool.
Make Whipped Cream
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Assemble Deconstructed Style
- Serve strawberries, shortcakes, and whipped cream separately on plates or arrange loosely for a modern look.
Notes
- Use store-bought biscuits for convenience
- Add mint leaves for freshness
- Use blueberries or mixed berries
- Add a splash of orange zest to strawberries
- Serve in glasses for a parfait style
- Use vanilla bean for richer flavor
- Chill whipped cream before serving