Strawberry Shortcake with Creamy Cheesecake Whipped Cream

Indulge in the delightful combination of fresh strawberries, fluffy shortcake, and creamy cheesecake whipped cream. This classic dessert gets a modern twist by incorporating the rich flavors of cheesecake into the light and airy whipped cream. With a hint of tanginess and a burst of sweetness, this strawberry shortcake is a perfect treat for any occasion. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, yet impressive-looking dessert. Get ready to savor each mouthful of this delectable strawberry shortcake masterpiece.

Ingredients

• For the Shortcake:
• - 2 cups all-purpose flour
• - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• - 1 tablespoon baking powder
• - 1/2 teaspoon salt
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• - 3/4 cup milk
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• For the Strawberry Filling:
• - 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• For the Cheesecake Whipped Cream:
• - 1 cup heavy cream
• - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt for the shortcake.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the milk and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times until it comes together.
7. Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick and cut out shortcakes using a round biscuit cutter.
8. Place the shortcakes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. While the shortcakes are baking, prepare the strawberry filling by tossing the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let them sit for about 15 minutes to release their juices.
11. For the cheesecake whipped cream, in a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
12. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until creamy and smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
13. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
14. Once the shortcakes have cooled slightly, slice them in half horizontally.
15. Spoon a generous amount of the strawberry filling onto the bottom half of each shortcake.
16. Top the strawberry filling with a dollop of the cheesecake whipped cream, then cover with the top half of the shortcake.
17. Garnish with additional strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar.
18. Serve immediately and enjoy this heavenly strawberry shortcake with a cheesecake twist!

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