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Fluffy Champagne Brunch Strawberry Shortcake Recipe Easy Homemade Delight

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A light and airy strawberry shortcake with a subtle champagne twist, perfect for brunch or celebrations. Tender, golden biscuits topped with macerated strawberries and whipped cream create a refreshing and indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) champagne or sparkling wine, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten (for brushing tops)
  • 1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until evenly combined.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter visible.
  4. Slowly pour in 3/4 cup champagne, stirring gently with a fork until just combined. The dough will be a bit sticky but don’t overmix.
  5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. With floured hands, gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter (about 2.5 inches diameter) to cut out rounds. Press straight down and lift to keep edges flaky.
  6. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the tops are golden and the biscuits spring back when lightly pressed.
  8. While biscuits bake, combine sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla in a bowl. Let them macerate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes.
  9. In a chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to soft peaks. Be careful not to overwhip.
  10. Once biscuits are cool enough to handle, slice them in half horizontally. Spoon a generous amount of strawberries onto the bottom half, top with whipped cream, and crown with the biscuit top.
  11. Serve immediately for the best texture, or keep components separate and assemble just before serving.

Notes

Keep the butter cold for flaky biscuits. Don’t overwork the dough to avoid dense shortcakes. Use room temperature champagne for better rising. Brush tops with egg wash for a golden finish. Let strawberries macerate to create natural syrup. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid graininess. Bake biscuits last for warm, fresh serving. Store components separately to avoid sogginess.

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