Berries 'N Biscuits Shortcake
Berries 'N Biscuits Shortcake offers a delightful combination of sweet berries, flaky biscuits, and fragrant orange peel, perfect for summer gatherings or a special dessert treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup strawberry or red pepper jelly ⓘ
- 1/4 cup orange juice ⓘ
- 2 pints strawberries ⓘ
- 3 cups all purpose flour ⓘ
- 5 tablespoons sugar ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons baking powder ⓘ
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar ⓘ
- 1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel ⓘ
- 3/4 cup butter ⓘ
- 1 cup milk ⓘ
- melted butter ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Combine jelly and orange juice in a saucepan and heat until jelly melts.
- Cool the mixture. Wash strawberries and slice them.
- Pour the jelly mixture over sliced berries and refrigerate.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cream of tartar, and grated orange peel.
- Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk and stir to form a soft dough.
- Turn the dough onto a buttered baking sheet and shape into an 8 or 9-inch round.
- Pat the top to smooth it out.
- Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle with a mixture of sugar, cardamom, and pecans.
- Bake in a 400°F oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Split the shortcake in half and spoon berries over the bottom half.
- Replace the top and ladle remaining berries over the top.
- Serve with whipped cream.
Tips & Substitutions
For the best flavor, use fresh strawberries in season. If strawberries are unavailable, raspberries or blueberries can be a delightful substitute. When mixing in the butter, ensure it's cold; this will help create a flakier texture in your biscuits. If you prefer a sweeter topping, consider adding a bit more sugar to the jelly mixture or using Chocolate Sauce(Good On Ice Cream Sundaes, Cake, Etc.) for drizzling.
Serving Suggestions
This Berries 'N Biscuits Shortcake pairs beautifully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a refreshing dessert. Consider serving with a side of fresh mint for added flavor. If you're planning a brunch, it complements other American recipes such as Spring Casserole perfectly, creating a delightful spread.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover shortcake and berries separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. The biscuits can be kept for up to 2 days, while the berry mixture will last about 3 days. To reheat the shortcake, place it in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes until warmed through, but avoid microwaving to maintain texture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Berries 'N Biscuits Shortcake contains roughly 997 calories, with 2g protein, 34g carbohydrates, and 95g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (20% of the Daily Value), and a good source of calcium and iron. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1189mg per serving (52% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the biscuits ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the biscuit dough and shape it, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. This allows you to enjoy fresh biscuits with minimal effort on the day of serving.
What can I use instead of orange juice?
If you don't have orange juice, you can substitute it with apple juice or lemon juice. The flavor will change slightly but will still provide moisture and a hint of acidity that complements the berries well.
How do I make this recipe gluten-free?
To make a gluten-free version of this shortcake, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Ensure that your baking powder is also gluten-free, and the rest of the ingredients should be fine as they are naturally gluten-free.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).