Description
Perfect Berry Shortcakes are a light and fluffy dessert made with sweet biscuits, fresh mixed berries, and whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc.)
- 2 tbsp sugar (for berries)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the buttermilk and vanilla extract, and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat it into a 1-inch thick round. Cut out biscuits using a round cutter or a glass.
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the biscuits bake, prepare the berries by mixing them with 2 tbsp sugar and letting them sit to release their juices.
- For the whipped cream, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Once the biscuits have cooled slightly, slice them in half and layer with the mixed berries and whipped cream.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the mixed berries with your favorite fruit, such as peaches or cherries.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, you can use regular milk with 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar added.
- These shortcakes are best served fresh, but the biscuits can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: shortcake, berries, whipped cream, dessert, summer