Berry Lime Shortcake Delight

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Wet Ingredients

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup cold water

For the Filling and Topping

- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fruit jam (such as raspberry or blackberry)
- 1 cup whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and sea salt. Add the chilled, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Form the Dough
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the beaten egg and cold water. Mix gently until a dough forms, being cautious not to overwork it. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

4. Shape and Bake the Shortcakes
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Use a round cutter to cut out shortcake rounds. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool on a wire rack.

5. Prepare the Berry Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the blueberries, strawberries, lime zest, and lime juice. Stir until the fruits are well coated.

6. Assemble the Shortcakes
Once the shortcakes have cooled, slice each in half horizontally. Spread a thin layer of fruit jam on the bottom half. Spoon a generous amount of the berry mixture over the jam.

7. Add Whipped Cream and Serve
Top with a dollop of whipped cream, then place the top half of the shortcake over the cream. Serve immediately for a delightful dessert experience.

Preparation & Cooking Times

PT1H
1 hour

Total Time

PT1H18M
1 hour and 18 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,200 calories

Keywords

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