Strawberry Blueberry Shortcake with Vanilla Cream

Fluffy buttermilk shortcakes layered with sweet berries and lightly sweetened vanilla whipped cream for a classic summer dessert.

Cuisine: American

Category: Desserts

Prep: 30 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 6.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup, cold unsalted butter
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup, sliced strawberries
• 1 cup, fresh blueberries
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Whisk 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
2. Step 2: Cut 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter into small cubes, add to flour mixture, and use a pastry cutter until crumbly.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup buttermilk until just combined, then gently fold in 1 cup sliced strawberries and 1 cup fresh blueberries.
4. Step 4: Divide batter into 6 portions on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 20-25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
5. Step 5: While baking, beat 1 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
6. Step 6: Cut cooled shortcakes in half, layer with berries, top with whipped cream, and serve immediately.