Simple and Delicious! Christmas Shortcakes
Shortcakes are traditionally made with a sweetened biscuit-like dough and are often served with fresh fruits and whipped cream.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Simple and Delicious! Christmas Shortcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 1 minute.
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Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
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Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out shortcakes and place them on a baking sheet.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
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Allow the shortcakes to cool completely.
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Slice the shortcakes in half horizontally.
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Top the bottom half with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
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Place the top half of the shortcake on top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
