Description
Bite-sized desserts have a unique charm that captures the hearts and taste buds of many. These mini shortcake cups offer a burst of flavor in every bite, making them perfect for various occasions.
Ingredients
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For the Shortcake Cups:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- Fresh berries of your choice (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- Whipped cream
Instructions
1. Making the Shortcake Cups:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk and vanilla extract.
- Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be crumbly.
- Take small portions of the dough and press them into the cups of a mini muffin tin, shaping them into small cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the cups are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
2. Preparing the Berries:
- Wash and prepare the fresh berries of your choice. You can slice strawberries, for example, and have raspberries and blueberries ready.
3. Assembling Mini Shortcake Cups:
- Once the shortcake cups are cool, carefully remove them from the muffin tin.
- Fill each cup with a spoonful of whipped cream.
- Top the whipped cream with a mixture of fresh berries.
4. Serving:
- Arrange the mini shortcake cups on a serving platter or plate. You can garnish with extra berries, a drizzle of honey, or a dusting of powdered sugar for added elegance.
- Serve your mini shortcake cups and enjoy the delightful, bite-sized dessert.