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Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits
This is a simple, sunny dessert that feels lighter than the chocolate-heavy options in the book. The strawberries get juicy while the biscuits cook, which is exactly the kind of multitasking we approve of.
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Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
- 1/3 cup milk, plus more as needed
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
- Optional: powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
- stir together the strawberries, 1 tablespoon sugar, and lemon juice. Set aside while you make the biscuits.; whisk together the flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter with a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture looks crumbly.
- Stir in the milk just until a soft dough forms. Add 1 teaspoon more milk at a time if the dough is too dry.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch-thick round and cut into 6 small biscuits.
- Preheat the air fryer to 340°F. Lightly spray the basket or use air fryer parchment.
- Place the biscuits in the basket with space between them. Air fry for 7 to 8 mins., until golden and cooked through.
- Let the biscuits cool for 5 mins., then split them open.
- Spoon strawberries and their juices over the bottom halves, add whipped cream, and top with the biscuit lids. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Gourmet Geek Tip
Use cold butter for tender biscuits. | Do not overwork the dough. | Assemble right before serving.
Equipment You'll Need
Air fryer
parchment paper
mixing bowl