Ingredients
Makes 8 servings
FOR THE SHORTCAKES:
1 1/2 cups unbleached all purpose flour
1/4 cup superfine sugar, divided
1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh orange zest
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon softened butter
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
FOR THE STRAWBERRY FILLING:
2 pints strawberries, washed, hulled and sliced
1/4 cup superfine sugar
1/2 vanilla bean or 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Preparation
