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Star Spangled Shortcakes

Star Spangled Shortcakes: Your Easy 4th of July Delight

Celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly Star Spangled Shortcakes, a delightful and easy dessert featuring fresh berries and whipped cream.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 shortcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortcakes
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar can add a deeper flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Avoid substituting for proper leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt is a great option.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use unsalted butter for best flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Milk Almond milk works well for dairy-free version.
For the Filling and Topping
  • 2 cups Mixed Berries (strawberries, blueberries) Feel free to use seasonal berries.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Coconut cream is a good non-dairy alternative.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • pastry cutter
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Add 1/2 cup of cold, unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, to the dry mixture and work it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in 3/4 cup of cold milk and gently stir until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  6. Cut the dough into desired shapes for the shortcakes.
  7. Arrange the cut-out shortcakes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
  8. Allow the shortcakes to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
  9. Slice each shortcake in half horizontally, layer with mixed berries and whipped cream, and place the top back on.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shortcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold ingredients and mix the dough gently to avoid tough shortcakes. Store assembled shortcakes in the fridge for best taste.

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