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shortcake-recipe

Shortcake Recipe

A classic shortcake recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Shortcake Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ⅔ cup Whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Let cool before serving with fresh berries and whipped cream.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

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