Mixed Berry Shortcake

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

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Mixed Berry Shortcake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, cold
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whipped cream

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 cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
7. Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch (3 cm) thickness.
8. Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out shortcakes and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
11. To assemble, slice the shortcakes in half horizontally.
12. Spoon a generous amount of mixed berries onto the bottom half of each shortcake.
13. Top with whipped cream and place the other half of the shortcake on top.
14. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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.