Best 7 Shortcake Squares Recipes

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Craving a delightful dessert that combines the perfect balance of fluffy shortcake and sweet, juicy berries? Look no further than our guide to the best shortcake squares recipes! These delectable treats are ideal for any occasion, whether it's a casual brunch, an elegant afternoon tea, or a festive summer gathering. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you'll find the perfect combination of flavors and textures to satisfy your cravings.

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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SQUARES



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Try a no-fuss way to make a classic strawberry dessert that serves a crowd of 15.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup whipping cream
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 cups sliced fresh strawberries (about 2 lb)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening; lightly flour (or spray pan with baking spray with flour). In large bowl, beat cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In chilled small bowl, beat whipping cream on high speed until soft peaks form; set aside. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla on medium speed until well blended. Fold in whipped cream.
  • Frost top of cooled cake with whipped cream mixture. If desired, frosted cake can be refrigerated up to 6 hours. To serve, cut cake into squares; place on individual dessert plates. Top with strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

FROZEN PEACH SHORTCAKE SQUARES



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Pound cake cubes are blended into an ice cream mixture, frozen, and served with fresh peach slices and raspberries.

Provided by Cool Whip

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 3h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) tub COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened
1 pkg. (4 serving size) JELL-O Brand Peach Flavor Gelatin (unprepared)
4 cups pound cake cubes
¼ cup raspberry preserves
12 small peach slices
12 raspberries

Steps:

  • Stir whipped topping, ice cream and dry gelatin in large bowl until well blended. Stir in cake cubes. Spoon into 8-inch square pan.
  • Freeze 3 hours or until firm.
  • Drizzle with raspberry preserves. Cut into squares. Top each square with 1 peach slice and 1 raspberry. Store leftover dessert in freezer.

FROZEN STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SQUARES



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A light, refreshing, super EASY dessert that takes minutes to prepare with a minimum of ingredients. I like this even better than the traditional variation!

Provided by Laura36

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 3h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip Lite, thawed
1 pint strawberry sorbet or 1 pint fat-free frozen yogurt, softened
1 package jell-o brand strawberry gelatin (you may use sugar free low calorie if you prefer)
4 cups cubed fat-free pound cake (13.6 oz.)

Steps:

  • Stir whipped topping, sorbet and gelatin in large bowl until smooth.
  • Stir in cake cubes.
  • Spoon into 8-inch square pan.
  • Freeze 3 hours or until firm.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Store leftovers in freezer.

KIWI AND STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SQUARES



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It's ok to be square-when squares of moist, tender cake are filled with sliced strawberries and chopped kiwifruit, that is!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 eggs
1/2 cup thinly sliced strawberry
1 kiwifruit, peeled and chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 9-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, stir together all ingredients except fruit. Gently stir in fruit. Spread batter in pan.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg

FROZEN PEACH SHORTCAKE SQUARES



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A sprig of fresh mint on top of each serving will give it extra "wow" appeal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 carton (8 ounces) Cool Whip® Whipped Topping, thawed
2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
1 package (3 ounces) JELL-O® Peach Flavor Gelatin
4 cups cubed pound cake
1/4 cup red raspberry preserves
12 small peaches, sliced
12 fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine whipped topping, ice cream and gelatin powder; beat until well blended. Spoon into an 8-in. square dish; freeze 3 hours or until firm., To serve, drizzle with preserves. Cut into squares and top each square with 1 peach slice and 1 raspberry. Store leftovers in freezer.

Nutrition Facts :

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SQUARES



Strawberry Shortcake Squares image

Try a no-fuss way to make a classic strawberry dessert that serves a crowd of 15.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup whipping cream
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 cups sliced fresh strawberries (about 2 lb)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening; lightly flour (or spray pan with baking spray with flour). In large bowl, beat cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In chilled small bowl, beat whipping cream on high speed until soft peaks form; set aside. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla on medium speed until well blended. Fold in whipped cream.
  • Frost top of cooled cake with whipped cream mixture. If desired, frosted cake can be refrigerated up to 6 hours. To serve, cut cake into squares; place on individual dessert plates. Top with strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

SHORTCAKE SQUARES



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"Homemade goodness abounds in this recipe from my aunt," writes Pat Walter of Pine Island, Minnesota. "And there isn't any need to shape individual cakes-just cut squares out of the pan and top them with fruit."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, softened
Sweetened raspberries or fruit of your choice
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a bowl, whisk the egg and milk until well blended; add to dry ingredients. Stir with a fork just until moistened. Pat into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Split each square horizontally and butter the cut sides. Top with berries and whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • For the perfect shortcake, use a combination of all-purpose flour and cake flour. Cake flour will give the shortcake a lighter, more tender texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the shortcake tough.
  • Use cold butter when making the shortcake. This will help to keep the shortcake flaky.
  • Bake the shortcake until it is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the shortcake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For a fun twist, try using different types of berries in your shortcake. Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are all great options.
  • If you don't have time to make your own shortcake, you can use store-bought shortcake biscuits.
  • Shortcake squares can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Shortcake squares are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a classic treat that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying dessert, give shortcake squares a try!

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