Classic Strawberry Shortcake with Lemon Whipped Cream

There’s nothing quite like the arrival of fresh summer strawberries! Ripened in the field, hand-picked, and bursting with flavor, Harry & David Strawberries are the best of the best.

While I love to savor these delicious berries on their own, one of my favorite ways to showcase their natural sweetness is to pair them with homemade shortcakes and whipped cream. Strawberry shortcake is one of my favorite desserts, particularly for summer entertaining. They are so simple to throw together! The ingredients can be prepared ahead of time, and they can be assembled in mere minutes. You can also try this delicious strawberries in a variety of smoothies, salads, and beverages.

Chopped strawberries are tossed with a small amount of sugar, and allowed to macerate together. This simple preparation concentrates the flavor of the strawberries, and produces a lovely syrup that soaks into every bite of this dessert. The shortcakes are lightly sweetened and buttery, yet light in texture thanks to the addition of tangy buttermilk.

I also wanted to give this classic dessert a little twist. So, we’re swapping out the regular cream filling with a lemon curd whipped cream! This whipped cream is a simple combination of lightly sweetened whipped cream and Harry & David Lemon Curd for maximum ease. I love the brightness and hint of acidity that the tart lemon curd lends to this dish. Enjoy!