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Star Spangled Shortcakes

Delicious Star Spangled Shortcakes for a Festive Fourth

Celebrate with Star Spangled Shortcakes, a vibrant and easy dessert perfect for Fourth of July gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Berry Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 shortcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Berries
  • 1 cup Strawberries fresh, sliced
  • 1 cup Blueberries fresh or frozen
For the Biscuits
  • 8 pieces Shortcake Biscuits store-bought for convenience
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking tray
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Star Spangled Shortcakes
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake store-bought biscuits until golden for about 10-15 minutes, or bake homemade biscuits for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  2. In a bowl, mix 1 cup sliced strawberries and 1 cup blueberries, let them sit for 10 minutes to create a syrup.
  3. Whip 1 cup heavy cream until soft peaks form, add powdered sugar and vanilla, then whip to stiff peaks.
  4. Slice biscuits in half, layer berry mixture and whipped cream on bottom half, then cap with top half.
  5. Garnish with additional berries and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shortcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow biscuits to cool completely before assembling to prevent sogginess. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Assemble just before serving for optimal texture.

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