STRAWBERRY-BASIL-LEMON SHORTCAKES

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We soaked strawberries in basil, balsamic vinegar and brown sugar for a fresh twist on a classic strawberry shortcake recipe.

Provided by Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2 tablespoons butter, melted, cooled
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup milk
Additional milk
White decorator sugar crystals or sanding sugar
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper. In large bowl, beat butter, lemon peel and lemon juice with electric mixer on low speed until blended. With spoon, stir in Bisquick mix and 2/3 cup milk until dough forms a ball.
  • Roll or pat dough into about 3/4-inch-thick rectangle. Cut into 6 squares. Place squares on cookie sheet. Brush tops with additional milk; sprinkle with sugar crystals.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until tops are lightly browned.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix brown sugar, balsamic vinegar and basil together. Gently stir in strawberries. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Split shortcakes; place on individual dessert plates. Top bottom halves with whipped cream. Spoon strawberries over cream. Cover each with top half of shortcake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

prakashkhadka920@gimail.com Khadka
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These shortcakes are a little time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious!


Ishara Kaushani
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I loved these shortcakes. The basil flavor is subtle and really complements the strawberries.


Loren Sawyer
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These shortcakes are so good, I could eat them every day.


Om Bhandari
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I made these shortcakes for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about them and asked for the recipe.


Ujene Ifeanyi
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These shortcakes are the perfect summer dessert. They're light and refreshing, and the strawberry filling is to die for.


William Toy Room
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The basil in this recipe really makes the dish. It adds a unique flavor that I've never tasted in a shortcake before.


Kristi Tanellari
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I've never made shortcakes before, but this recipe made it easy. They turned out great and my family loved them.


Nicholas Fitchett
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These shortcakes are easy to make and they taste incredible. I highly recommend them!


Boitshepo Dikobe
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shortcakes came out perfect. They were so delicious, I couldn't stop eating them!


Jorge Valdez
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The biscuits were a little dry, but the strawberry filling was amazing.


Anthony Rowntree
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made these shortcakes several times now and they're always a hit. They're perfect for summer gatherings.


JobEconex Product
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These shortcakes are so good! The biscuit is perfectly flaky and the strawberry filling is so fresh and flavorful.


Bang2GOeezy
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I made these shortcakes for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and I got rave reviews. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


kisor Kesahan
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These strawberry basil lemon shortcakes were a hit! The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the strawberry filling was perfectly sweet and tart. The basil added a nice touch of flavor, and the lemon glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will defin