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Preheat oven to 375 degrees .
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
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Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
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In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and chocolate.
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Microwave on High (100 percent power) in 30 second intervals, stirring between each, until cream cheese and chocolate are melted and smooth.
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Let cool slightly.
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Add to flour mixture, stirring to combine.
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Add 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cream, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 3/4-inch-thickness.
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Cut with a 21/2-inch cutter.
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Place shortcakes on prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until firm to the touch.
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Let cool.
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In a small bowl, combine strawberries and sugar.
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Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
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In a medium bowl, beat remaining cream at medium speed with an electric mixer until thickened.
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Gradually add confectioners sugar, beating until stiff peaks form; set aside.
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Split shortcakes.
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Place bottom half of one shortcake on a serving plate.
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Top with whipped cream and strawberries.
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Place top half of shortcake over strawberries.
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Serve immediately.
