Description
Strawberry Blueberry Shortcakes are a delightful summer dessert that combines tender, buttery shortcake with fresh strawberries and blueberries, all topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream. This easy-to-make treat bursts with flavor and color, making it perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any gathering where you want to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted cold butter (cubed)
- 1 cup heavy cream (divided)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add 3/4 cup of heavy cream, mixing until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead before shaping it into a thick rectangle. Cut out rounds using a biscuit cutter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly.
- Slice each shortcake in half, layer with strawberries and blueberries, top with whipped cream, then place the other half on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg