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Fluffy Strawberry Shortcakes – Easy Mini Galentine’s Party Treats

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These fluffy mini strawberry shortcakes are soft, buttery, and filled with sweet macerated strawberries and cloud-like whipped cream. Perfect for Galentine’s, brunches, or any celebration, they’re quick to make, adorable, and guaranteed to bring smiles.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and grated
  • 2/3 cup cold buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for strawberries)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
  • Optional: Extra strawberries, halved or diced
  • Optional: Fresh mint leaves
  • Optional: Sprinkles or edible glitter

Instructions

  1. Place sliced strawberries in a medium bowl. Add 3 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Toss gently to coat and let sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. Grate cold butter into the flour mixture or cut into small cubes and use a pastry cutter or fingers to rub into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until a shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix.
  5. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Cut out rounds with a 2-inch biscuit cutter or glass. Gather scraps and repeat to make about 12-14 minis.
  6. Arrange rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, 1 inch apart. Optional: Brush tops with cream and sprinkle with sugar.
  7. Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes until golden. Cool on a rack for at least 10 minutes.
  8. In a cold bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
  9. Split each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon strawberries and syrup onto the bottom half, dollop or pipe whipped cream, and top with the other half.
  10. Garnish with extra berries, mint, or sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep all ingredients cold for fluffiest shortcakes. Don’t overmix the dough. Assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess. For gluten-free, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute buttermilk with almond milk plus lemon juice and use plant-based butter. Shortcakes can be baked a day ahead and refreshed in a low oven before serving.

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