Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry Shortcakes, a perfect dessert that embodies the flavors of spring and summer. These tender cakes are bursting with fresh blueberries and are topped with a zesty lemon glaze, making them a vibrant addition to any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a family brunch or enjoying a picnic in the sun, these shortcakes are quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, you’ll impress your guests with minimal effort. Perfectly served warm with whipped cream or cold with powdered sugar, Blueberry Shortcakes are versatile enough for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup flour
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cake pan by greasing it with baking spray and dusting it with flour.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add vanilla, softened butter, milk, and egg; mix on medium speed for about two minutes until well combined. Gently fold in fresh blueberries.
- Fill the prepared pan about three-quarters full with batter and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before removing from the pan.
- Serve topped with additional blueberries and drizzled with lemon glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortcake (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg