Description
A delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for Mixed Berry Shortcake, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Cut out shortcakes using a round biscuit cutter or a glass. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the shortcakes with a little heavy cream for a golden finish. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
- While the shortcakes are baking, prepare the mixed berries. In a medium bowl, combine the berries, powdered sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for about 10 minutes to release their juices.
- To assemble, slice the shortcakes in half horizontally. Spoon a generous amount of the mixed berries onto the bottom half, add a dollop of whipped cream if desired, and then place the top half back on.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- You can use any combination of berries you prefer.
- Add a splash of orange juice for a citrusy twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg