Star-Spangled Strawberry Shortcake with Crème Fraîche Glaze

A classic American dessert that showcases the sweetness of fresh strawberries and the richness of crème fraîche, all atop tender shortcake biscuits.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
• 1 large large eggs
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 pints strawberries
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
• 1 cup whipped cream
• 1/2 cup crème fraîche

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   Add cold butter; use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients; stir until just combined.

6. 6

   Drop the dough by 1/4 cupfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7. 7

   Bake until the biscuits are golden, 18-20 minutes.

8. 8

   Allow biscuits to cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Split the biscuits in half horizontally using a serrated knife.

10. 10

    Spoon some of the sliced strawberries over the bottom half of each biscuit; top with the top half of the biscuit.

11. 11

    Drizzle the crème fraîche glaze over the top of each shortcake.

💡 Pro Tips

To ensure the biscuits stay tender, don't overmix the dough. To make the crème fraîche glaze, simply whip together 1/2 cup crème fraîche and 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar. Store leftover shortcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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