The Original Bisquick® Strawberry Shortcakes

Step 1

In medium bowl, stir together strawberries and 1/2 cup sugar; set aside for about 1 hour.

Step 2

Heat oven to 425°F

Step 3

In another medium bowl, stir Bisquick® mix, milk, 3 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Drop the dough by rounded tablespoonfuls into 6 mounds onto ungreased cookie sheet; dust with sugar.

Step 5

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 6

Meanwhile, in a chilled small bowl whip the cream, adding a drop or two of vanilla and a teaspoon of sugar. Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.

Step 7

Serve one of two ways:.

Step 8

Split warm shortcakes; fill and top with strawberries and whipped cream, or

Step 9

Break up one biscuit per person into big pieces into a dessert bowl. Ladle strawberries over the biscuit; add a dolop of whipped cream.

Step 10

COOK'S TIP: Alternatives to strawberries could include raspberries, blueberries & peaches, and my favorite, apricots & honey (Soak dried apricots in warm water for 1 hour; chop fine. Gently toss apricots with honey and let stand awhile to blend flavors. Serve over shortcakes.).