"Rich chocolate shortcakes with sweetened strawberries, chocolate sauce and whipped cream. Shortcakes are fragile so be extra careful when splitting them for dessert...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Shortcakes:
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6 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped
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1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup whole milk
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For the Strawberries:
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2 pounds strawberries, hulled, sliced
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1/4 cup sugar
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1 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream
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3 tablespoons sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Chocolate Sauce