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Strawberry Basil Shortcake

Delicious shortcake with fresh strawberries and basil.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Shortcake

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Cold butter, cubed
  • ⅔ cup Milk

Topping

  • 1 lb Fresh strawberries, sliced
  • ¼ cup Fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 cup Whipped cream

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in milk until just combined.
  5. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Let shortcakes cool. Top with strawberries, basil, and whipped cream.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Basil, Shortcake, Strawberry
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