Fresh Berry Shortcakes Recipe

Name: Fresh Berry Shortcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups sliced fresh strawberries; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup orange juice; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed; 1-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, divided; 1 large egg; 1 large egg yolk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Coarse sugar, optional; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

5 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, divided
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coarse sugar, optional
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
In a small bowl, combine the strawberries, sugar and orange juice; set aside.
2
For shortcakes, combine the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, orange zest and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk 1-1/2 cups cream, egg, egg yolk and vanilla; add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; gently knead 8-10 times.
3
Pat or roll out to 1-in. thickness; cut with a floured 3-in. scalloped or round biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on a parchment paper-lined
4
. Brush tops with 1 tablespoon cream; sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Bake at 400u00b0 for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
5
For whipped cream, beat cream in a large bowl until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form.
6
Just before serving, cut shortcakes in half horizontally. Place bottoms on dessert plates; top with strawberry mixture. Replace tops; dollop with whipped cream.

1420

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups sliced fresh strawberries, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup orange juice, 3 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Fresh Berry Shortcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Fresh Berry Shortcakes

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