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Blueberry Shortcake

Blueberry Shortcake
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Blueberry Shortcake is a classic, easy-to-make dessert featuring juicy fresh blueberries, tender flaky shortcakes, and fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion, this vibrant and versatile dessert combines sweet fruit with buttery cake and creamy topping to create a delightful treat that is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Blueberries

  • Fresh Blueberries – ripe and firm
  • Sugar – for macerating the berries to release their natural juices

Shortcake Dough

  • All-Purpose Flour – provides structure for the tender crumb
  • Baking Powder – helps the cake rise fluffy
  • Granulated Sugar – balances the tartness of the berries
  • Cold Unsalted Butter – creates flaky, tender texture
  • Heavy Cream – used in the dough and for brushing tops
  • Vanilla Extract – adds warm, inviting flavor
  • Salt – enhances overall flavor balance

Whipped Cream Topping

  • Heavy Cream – whipped to soft peaks
  • Optional: Powdered Sugar or cream cheese to stabilize whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Blueberries: Rinse blueberries gently and drain well. Toss with a small amount of sugar to macerate, releasing their natural juices and enhancing sweetness. Set aside while preparing the shortcakes.
  2. Make the Shortcake Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined, forming a soft dough.
  3. Bake the Shortcakes: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat to about 1 inch thickness. Use a round cutter to shape individual shortcakes. Place on a baking sheet, brush tops with cream for a golden finish, and bake in a preheated 425°F (220°C) oven for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
  4. Assemble the Blueberry Shortcake: Slice the baked shortcakes in half horizontally. Spoon a generous portion of macerated blueberries onto the bottom half, top with freshly whipped cream, then cover with the top half. Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with a few whole blueberries.

Notes

  • Use cold butter to maintain flaky, tender shortcakes.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough texture.
  • Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for fluffier peaks.
  • Macerate berries with sugar to enhance sweetness and juiciness.
  • Blueberry Shortcake is best served fresh on the day it is made.

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