VALENTINE STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

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Succulent strawberries star in this festive finale even Cupid would crave. The juicy berries mingle with a creamy yogurt sauce that's sandwiched between heart-shaped shortcake halves. It's sweet to eat and loaded with love...not calories!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon rum extract
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced, divided
SHORTCAKE:
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon sugar, divided
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons cold butter
1/3 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, sour cream, confectioners' sugar and extract. In a small bowl, mash 1/2 cup strawberries; stir into yogurt mixture. Cover and refrigerate., In another bowl, combine the flours, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk until a soft dough forms (dough will be sticky). On a floured surface, gently knead dough 10 times. Gently pat or roll into a 1/2-in.-thick circle. Cut out two heart shapes with a 3-1/2-in. cutter., Place on a greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 400° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool slightly. To assemble, split shortcakes in half. Place cake bottoms on dessert plates; spread with yogurt mixture. Top with remaining strawberries and shortcake tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 560mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Monster Ravang
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I would definitely recommend this strawberry shortcake recipe to anyone.


Alisha Sims
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This strawberry shortcake was a little too sweet for me, but it was still very good.


Jayden Bolden
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I've never had strawberry shortcake before, but this recipe made me a fan. It was so good!


Sijar Janvi
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This strawberry shortcake is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.


Felicia Brown
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I'm not a big fan of strawberries, but I really enjoyed this strawberry shortcake. The biscuits were so fluffy and the whipped cream was the perfect topping.


Oakley Cardwell
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This strawberry shortcake was perfect for a summer party. It was light and refreshing, and everyone loved it.


Alliyah Turpen
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I thought the recipe was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Bernadette Linnane
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The biscuits were a little dry, but the strawberries and whipped cream were delicious.


Rod Marsden
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This strawberry shortcake was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


David Ukemebong
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I made this strawberry shortcake for my wife on Valentine's Day and she loved it! She said it was the best strawberry shortcake she had ever had.


ka kon
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This strawberry shortcake was a huge hit with my family! The biscuits were light and fluffy, the strawberries were perfectly ripe and juicy, and the whipped cream was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again for Valentine's