Strawberry Shortcakes

Strawberry Shortcakes

1 1/2 c flour

1/4 c sugar

1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/3 c cold butter

1 egg, slightly beaten

1/2 c sour cream

2 Tbsp milk

5 c strawberries

3 Tbsp sugar

Whipped cream... definitely a must to go with homemade!

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Lightly grease a baking sheet; set aside.  In a medium bowl combine flour, the 1/4 c sugar, the baking powder, baking soda and salt.  Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.  In a small bowl combine egg, sour cream and milk.  Add to flour mixture, stirring with a fork just until moistened.

Drop dough into eight mounts onto prepared baking sheet.  Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden.  Transfer to a wire rack; let cool.  

Meanwhile, combine 4 cups strawberries and the 3 Tbsp sugar.  Using a potato masher, mash berries slightly; set aside.  To serve, split shortcakes in half; fill with strawberry mixture and whipped cream.  Top with remaining sliced strawberries.