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Indulge in a Decadent Twist on a Classic Dessert

Are you ready to elevate your dessert game? Look no further! Our chocolate strawberry shortcake recipe is a game-changer. By incorporating rich, biscuit-like chocolate shortcakes, we’ve taken this classic dessert to new heights.

A Unique Take on a Timeless Favorite

What sets our recipe apart is the addition of unsweetened cocoa powder to the shortcake mixture, giving it a deep, velvety flavor. And with the sweetness of fresh strawberries and whipped cream, this dessert is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

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Recipe Details

Yields: 6-8 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 55 minutes (plus 30 minutes for macerating)
Active Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Shortcakes:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Strawberries:

• 1 1/2 pounds ripe strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur

For the Whipped Cream:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons sugar

Instructions

Macerate the Strawberries

In a bowl, combine the strawberries, sugar, orange juice, and Grand Marnier. Set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Bake the Shortcakes

Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa, and baking powder. Whisk in the sugar and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, cream, butter, and vanilla. Stir the cream mixture into the flour mixture. Drop 6-8 shortcakes onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Whip the Cream

In the bowl of a mixer fitted with the whip attachment, beat the cream, sugar, and vanilla to medium-stiff peaks. Be careful not to overbeat.

Assemble and Serve

Split the shortcakes horizontally and top the bottom half with a spoonful of strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Top with the top layer of shortcake and spoon some berries over the top. Finish with more whipped cream, a drizzle of strawberry juices, and serve immediately.