Best 2 Very Berry Shortcakes Recipes

Indulge your taste buds with a delightful array of shortcake recipes that capture the essence of summer's bounty. From classic strawberry shortcakes to unique variations featuring blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries, this collection offers a symphony of flavors to satisfy every palate. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a flaky, tender biscuit base that perfectly complements the sweetness of fresh berries and the tangy-sweet kiss of homemade whipped cream. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide clear instructions and helpful tips to guide you towards creating mouthwatering shortcakes that will be the stars of your dessert table.

Let's cook with our recipes!

VERY BERRY SHORTCAKES

Very Berry Shortcakes image

Bisquick® Original baking mix provides a simple addition to shortcakes. Layer them with strawberries for a very berry dessert!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 quart (4 cups) whole strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/3 cups Bisquick™ Original baking mix
1/2 cup half-and-half
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons margarine or butter, soft enough to spread
2 tablespoons Bisquick™ Original baking mix
1 cup frozen (thawed) whipped topping

Steps:

Put the strawberries in the colander. Rinse with cool water. Gently pat strawberries dry with the paper towels.
Remove the stems from strawberries. Cut strawberries into bite-size pieces on the cutting board, using the knife. Put strawberries in a medium bowl.
Add the 1/2 cup sugar to strawberries. Gently stir with the wooden spoon. Cover bowl with the plastic wrap, and put in refrigerator.
Heat the oven to 425°. Make the shortcakes by putting the 2 1/3 cups baking mix, half-and-half, 3 tablespoons sugar and margarine in the large bowl. Stir with wooden spoon to make a soft dough.
Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons baking mix over a clean surface (such as a kitchen counter or breadboard). Put dough on surface. Roll ball of dough around 3 or 4 times. Curve your fingers around and fold dough toward you, then push it away with the heels of your hands, using a quick rocking motion. Repeat 10 times.
Roll the dough with the rolling pin or pat the dough with your hands until 1/2 inch thick. Use the ruler to measure, if you like. Dip the cookie cutter into a small amount of baking mix, then cut the dough with the cookie cutter. Carefully put dough on the cookie sheet (you do not need to grease the cookie sheet).
Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until shortcakes are golden brown. Use the pot holders to take cookie sheet out of oven. Take shortcakes off cookie sheet, using the pancake turner. Cool shortcakes on the wire cooling rack before topping them.
Cut the shortcakes in half to make a top and a bottom. Put bottoms of shortcakes on the dessert plates. Spoon some of the strawberries over the shortcake bottoms. Cover with shortcake tops. Top with the rest of the strawberries and the whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 790 mg

VERY BERRY SHORTCAKES

Very Berry Shortcakes image

This is my Papa Jack's recipe that he taught me when I was a little girl. Using half and half instead of whipped cream is so much easier and delicious. -Hannah Williams, Malibu, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 5 shortcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups buttermilk pancake mix
1/3 cup milk
1/4 cup butter, diced
3 cups mixed berries
3 tablespoons sugar
1 pint half and half

Steps:

Mix pancake mix, milk, and butter together until a dough forms. Drop 1/3 cup portions onto a baking sheet, and bake at 425 for 10-12 minutes (until just slightly brown on top). No need to shape the biscuits. Toss the berries in the sugar. Place 5 biscuits in a bowl, divide the berries and half and half evenly, and pour over the biscuits.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh berries.
If you don't have fresh berries, you can use frozen berries. Just thaw them before using.
Be sure to rinse the berries before using them.
To make the shortcakes, you can use a biscuit mix or a scone mix. Or, you can make your own shortcake recipe from scratch.
If you're using a biscuit mix, be sure to follow the package directions for making the biscuits.
If you're using a scone mix, be sure to follow the package directions for making the scones.
To make the whipped cream, you can use heavy cream or whipping cream. Be sure to chill the cream before whipping it.
To make the berry sauce, you can use any type of berries you like. Just be sure to rinse the berries before using them.
To assemble the shortcakes, simply split the shortcakes in half and top with whipped cream and berries. Drizzle with berry sauce and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Very berry shortcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delightful treat that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying dessert, give very berry shortcakes a try.