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Decadent Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Shortcake

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A quick and easy homemade dessert featuring flaky shortcakes, fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a rich chocolate dip. Perfect for any occasion and a crowd-pleaser with nostalgic comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter.
  3. Cut the butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  4. Pour in cold whole milk and vanilla extract. Stir gently until just combined; dough should be slightly sticky.
  5. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out six 3-inch diameter shortcakes. Gather scraps and cut more if desired.
  6. Place shortcakes 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a rack.
  7. While baking, combine sliced strawberries, powdered sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Toss gently and let macerate for 15-20 minutes.
  8. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  9. Melt chocolate chips with heavy cream and optional butter in a double boiler or microwave until smooth and glossy, stirring frequently.
  10. Split cooled shortcakes horizontally. Quickly dip top halves into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place on parchment paper to set; refrigerate briefly if desired.
  11. Assemble dessert by spooning macerated strawberries onto bottom halves, adding whipped cream, then topping with chocolate-dipped halves. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep butter cold to ensure flaky shortcakes. Avoid overmixing dough to prevent toughness. Macerate strawberries to intensify flavor. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid graininess. Melt chocolate gently and stir often to prevent burning. If dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. Rewarm thickened chocolate gently before dipping.

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