Mimi’s Shortcake

Shortcake is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom in the 16th century and was traditionally served with strawberries and cream.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Mimi’s Shortcake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 large Egg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 2 cup Fresh strawberries
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, vanilla extract, and milk together.
5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.
6. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 1 minute.
7. Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch (1 cm) thickness.
8. Cut out rounds using a biscuit cutter or a glass.
9. Place the rounds onto a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
11. Split the shortcakes in half horizontally.
12. Top the bottom halves with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
13. Place the top halves on the strawberries.
14. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.