Chocolate Strawberry Shortcakes
When we have summer cookouts my mother-in-law often makes strawberry shortcakes with homemade biscuits. I have to admit, these are the only strawberry shortcakes I have ever tasted, but they are delicious, especially warm. I believe the biscuit recipe is from an old Better Homes and Gardens cookbook not even intended for this dessert.
First you hull and slice a few small packages of strawberries (2 lbs) and mash them with a bit of sugar, about 1/4 cup. (You can use a potato masher or a cup). Let them macerate in the fridge for awhile.
For the biscuits: Stir 2 cups of all purpose flour, 4 teaspoons baking powder, 2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp cream of tartar, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cut in 1/2 cup margerine until there are coarse crumbs (I like to use my hands). Set aside. Heat 3/4 cups chocolate chips, 2 Tbls butter, and a splash of milk together until melted. Add the melted ingredients to the dry mixture along with 1/2 cup milk.
Stir dough together. Knead gently on a lightly floured surface for 10-12 strokes. The dough will be somewhat crumbly. Roll or pat to 1/2 inch think and use a drinking cup to cut your biscuit circles.
Bake at 450 for 10-12 minutes. Serve biscuits warm topped with strawberries and whipped cream. Just an FYI, these are delicious re-heated. Pop them in the microwave with a tiny bit of butter and you are in heaven!
If you’d like to make these Chocolate Strawberry Shortcakes, here is a printable recipe.
Comment by Grace on 1 June 2011:
Thanks!
Comment by Dee on 1 June 2011:
That looks delicicous.
Comment by Cat Davis on 1 June 2011:
Mmmm I love the idea of a chocolate shortcake with strawberries. Maybe even with a white chocolate drizzle.
Comment by Gina on 1 June 2011:
YUM!! Looks amazing!
Comment by Stefani on 1 June 2011:
Now this sounds super yummy. I have never had strawberry shortcake with biscuits but I just might have to try it. Thanks for the recipe.
Comment by Tired Mom Tésa on 1 June 2011:
What a great idea! As someone who adores chocolate covered strawberries, I can’t believe I didn’t think of this before and I can’t wait to try it!
Comment by Bakerbynature on 1 June 2011:
A combination of two of m favorite things; I think adding chocolate to anything is a win win.
Comment by Stephania Andrade on 1 June 2011:
This looks amazing!
I might have to forward this post to my sister so she can make it for our next family reunion, since I can’t/don’t bake.
Comment by Tia on 2 June 2011:
I must agree this is a yummy combo!
Comment by Nichol on 5 June 2011:
Yum these look really good.
Comment by Mary @ Delightful Bitefuls on 6 June 2011:
OH my! These look silly delicious! Yum!
New to your blog; happy I found you!
Mary xo
Delightful Bitefuls
Comment by Cheryl on 30 June 2011:
This would be perfect for Canada day tomorrow too!
Comment by Louise on 1 July 2011:
I love that it is chocolate. YUM!
Comment by Jayme on 1 July 2011:
YUM! I’ve never had a strawberry shortcake with chocolate cake! Sounds divine!
Comment by Jenny on 3 July 2011:
Looks yummy!
Comment by Karen on 4 July 2011:
my Mama used to do that too, and I miss them. This post really brought back a memory for me.
Comment by Kara on 25 July 2011:
I blogged about this recipe today on my blog everydayinstilettos.wordpress.com!
Comment by Tiff @ Babes and Kids on 29 July 2011:
This totally looks like something I could make, yummy!
Comment by Kasey@AllThingsMamma on 15 September 2011:
YUM~ This looks so good!
Comment by Penelope on 14 November 2011:
What a treat to stumble upon
Comment by Courtney on 5 January 2012:
Chocolate and strawberry are a wonderful combo!