Cardamom Shortcake with Maple Berries

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

2. 2

   Put the flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, baking powder, cardamom, and salt in a mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Add 1 3/4 cups of the heavy cream and mix until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Put the dough onto a floured surface and pat into a disk 12 inches in diameter.

5. 5

   Cut into 6 wedges and place on a baking sheet.

6. 6

   Brush each wedge with the remaining 3 tablespoons of cream and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar.

7. 7

   Place the pan into the top half of the oven and bake for 25 minutes, until the cakes are golden and firm to the touch.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let cool.

9. 9

   As the cakes are baking, put the berries and maple syrup in a bowl.

10. 10

    Let macerate until ready to assemble the desserts.

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    Slice each shortcake in half and place the bottom halves on a platter.

12. 12

    Divide the berries among the 6 cake bottoms.

13. 13

    Top with the shortcake tops and garnish with whipped cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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