Make It Your Way Shortcakes
Elevate dessert to a new level of creativity with "Make It Your Way Shortcakes," a customizable treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat. Featuring a buttery, golden shortcake made from scratch, this recipe invites you to personalize its toppings to suit your taste—whether it's juicy strawberries, tangy blueberries, or ripe peaches. With simple ingredients like heavy cream, vanilla extract, and cold, cubed butter, these shortcakes come together quickly, baking in just 15 minutes for a fresh, home-baked experience. Serve them layered with fruit and indulgent whipped cream for a decadent finish that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or just craving a sweet pick-me-up, this versatile recipe delivers endless possibilities. Great for SEO with keywords like "customizable shortcake," "easy fruit dessert," and "homemade whipped cream," this recipe is sure to delight dessert lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 Egg (lightly beaten, for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (for topping, optional)
- 2 cups Fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, peaches - chopped)
- 1 cups Whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to blend the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter or a knife to cut the dough into 6 equal portions and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Brush the tops of the shortcakes with the beaten egg for a golden finish. If desired, sprinkle with coarse sugar for added texture and sweetness.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the shortcakes are lightly golden on top. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
8. While the shortcakes cool, prepare the fruit filling. Toss your chosen fruit with a teaspoon of sugar (if desired) to enhance sweetness and let sit for a few minutes to release juices.
9. Cut each shortcake in half horizontally. Spoon the fruit filling onto the bottom half, add a dollop of whipped cream, and place the top half of the shortcake over the filling.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your personalized shortcakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 465 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 163 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
