Sweet Biscuits for Breakfast or Shortcake
Shortcake has been enjoyed since the 16th century and was originally served with a mixture of strawberries, sugar, and cream.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Sweet Biscuits for Breakfast or Shortcake
Ingredients
Instructions
-
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
-
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
-
Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
-
Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the dough comes together.
-
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for a minute.
-
Roll out the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes using a biscuit cutter.
-
Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
-
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
-
Allow the biscuits to cool slightly before serving.
-
To serve as shortcake, split the biscuits in half and fill with fresh berries and whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
