Description
These delightful Blueberry Shortcakes are a perfect treat for any occasion. Soft and fluffy cakes bursting with fresh blueberries, topped with a lemon glaze and whipped cream, they are a true delight for your taste buds.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/3 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
Optional Toppings:
- lemon glaze
- lemon zest
- more fresh blueberries
- powdered sugar
- whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Prepare the Pan: Coat the cake pan with baking spray. For intricate pans, spray with baking spray, add flour to each cavity, shake, and discard excess.
- Mix the Batter: Whisk together dry ingredients, then add vanilla, butter, milk, and egg. Beat with a mixer, then gently stir in blueberries.
- Fill the Pan: Divide batter among cavities, fill 3/4 full, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Allow cakes to cool in the pan, then release by loosening and inverting. Top with blueberries, lemon glaze, zest, and whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For a citrusy twist, add lemon zest to the batter.
- You can customize these shortcakes with different berries or a variety of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Blueberry Shortcakes, Dessert, Blueberry Recipes, Lemon Glaze, Whipped Cream
