STRAWBERRY-BASIL-LEMON SHORTCAKES

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We soaked strawberries in basil, balsamic vinegar and brown sugar for a fresh twist on a classic strawberry shortcake recipe.

Provided by Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2 tablespoons butter, melted, cooled
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup milk
Additional milk
White decorator sugar crystals or sanding sugar
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper. In large bowl, beat butter, lemon peel and lemon juice with electric mixer on low speed until blended. With spoon, stir in Bisquick mix and 2/3 cup milk until dough forms a ball.
  • Roll or pat dough into about 3/4-inch-thick rectangle. Cut into 6 squares. Place squares on cookie sheet. Brush tops with additional milk; sprinkle with sugar crystals.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until tops are lightly browned.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix brown sugar, balsamic vinegar and basil together. Gently stir in strawberries. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Split shortcakes; place on individual dessert plates. Top bottom halves with whipped cream. Spoon strawberries over cream. Cover each with top half of shortcake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

Balla Bashdar
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Lindsey Boldin
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These shortcakes are perfect for a summer party.


MD Susan
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I love the unique flavor combination of strawberries, basil, and lemon.


Mehr Muhammad irfan
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These shortcakes were a great way to use up some fresh strawberries.


Alaka janet
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I'll definitely be making these shortcakes again soon.


Jose Arturo Loza
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my shortcakes were dry and crumbly.


Nasir Nishat
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Overall, I thought these shortcakes were good, but not great.


Anmol Shrestha
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I would have liked more basil flavor in the shortcakes.


Salifu Abdullah
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing and the shortcakes didn't turn out as I expected.


Margaret Arizola
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These shortcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable.


Md Morad Khan
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I've tried many strawberry shortcake recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The addition of basil really takes it to the next level.


Resham Sunar
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I made these shortcakes for a special occasion and they were a huge success. They looked and tasted amazing!


Alexandra Torrijos
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well it worked in this recipe. The lemon and strawberries really balanced out the flavor.


nyombi jeron
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These shortcakes were a hit at my party! Everyone raved about the unique flavor combination.


GAMING9 PUSH
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shortcakes turned out perfectly. I would definitely make them again.


Sunita Limbu
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My family loved these shortcakes! They were so easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Mhamad bahadiin
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These strawberry basil lemon shortcakes were a delightful treat! The combination of sweet strawberries, tangy lemon, and aromatic basil created a perfectly balanced flavor profile. The shortcakes themselves were light and fluffy, providing the perfec