PICNIC BERRY SHORTCAKES

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You can make the berry sauce ahead of time and chill it. Then assemble the entire dessert right before the picnic or party. -Frieda Bliesner, McAllen, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
2 individual round sponge cakes
2 cups fresh blueberries
Whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water. Add 1 cup strawberries; mash mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lime zest. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate, covered, until chilled., Cut sponge cakes crosswise in half; trim the cakes to fit in the bottoms of 4 wide-mouth half-pint canning jars. In a small bowl, mix blueberries and remaining strawberries; spoon over cakes. Top with sauce. If desired, serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Aman Khatri
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I've tried many shortcake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The biscuits are so light and fluffy, and the berries are perfectly sweet and tart.


Aubrey Delozia Jr
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These shortcakes are a classic for a reason. They're simply delicious.


Takreem
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I'll definitely be making these again and again.


Golukumar
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These shortcakes are the epitome of summer!


Shahid Bangash
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Not too sweet, not too tart. Just perfect.


Samuel Emelife
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I made these for a party and they were a huge hit!


Bibek Moogar
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Easy to make and so yummy!


Isabella Bartner
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These shortcakes were delicious! I love the combination of sweet berries and fluffy biscuits.


Repon Hossien
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my biscuits didn't turn out as fluffy as I would have liked. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Musah Adam
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These shortcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They're definitely a good choice for a dessert that everyone will enjoy.


We_ ti8
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I'm not much of a baker, but these shortcakes turned out great! The biscuits were flaky and the berries were perfectly ripe. I'll definitely be making these again.


Supreme nuratothebeast 42
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These shortcakes are the perfect summer dessert! They're light and refreshing, and the berries add a burst of sweetness. I love that they're also easy to make.


Sahir Ali raza
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I made these shortcakes for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and I got so many compliments. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Zniper Piggy
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My family absolutely loved these picnic berry shortcakes! The biscuits were fluffy and tender, and the berries were perfectly sweet and juicy. We will definitely be making these again soon.