Blackberry & clotted cream shortcake

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Blackberry & clotted cream shortcake
35 min.
8
599kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making a luscious Blackberry & Clotted Cream Shortcake, a dessert that beautifully captures the essence of summer in every bite. This vegetarian treat is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare, making it a perfect option for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a sweet end to your day.

Imagine sinking your fork into a cloud-like shortcake, golden and risen to perfection, with a soft and sticky texture that melts in your mouth. As you slice into it, the juicy blackberries, lightly mashed with golden caster sugar, create a burst of flavor that complements the rich and velvety clotted cream. Each layer harmonizes to offer a delightful balance of sweetness and tang, leaving your taste buds craving more.

Preparing this decadent dessert takes just 35 minutes, so you can whip it up in no time, even on a busy day. Whether served at a family gathering, a picnic in the park, or simply as a cherished treat at home, this shortcake is sure to impress. Dusting it with icing sugar adds a touch of elegance, making it a gourmet experience that will leave your guests in awe.

Join the ranks of dessert enthusiasts and treat yourself to this enchanting Blackberry & Clotted Cream Shortcake, where every bite is a celebration of flavor, texture, and the joy of cooking.

Ingredients

  • 300 self raising flour organic
  • tsp double-acting baking powder 
  • 140 butter chilled cut into small pieces
  • 100 brown sugar 
  • 75 ml buttermilk 
  •  eggs beaten
  • 500 blackberries 
  • tbsp brown sugar 
  • 275 clotted cream 
  • servings powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas
  2. Tip the flour into a mixing bowl with baking powder and a pinch of salt.
  3. Add the butter, rub everything together with your fingers to make a reasonably fine crumbed mixture, then stir in the sugar.
  4. Make a well in the middle of the flour mixture, then tip in the buttermilk and egg. Gently work the mixture together until it forms a soft, sticky, dough.
  5. On a lightly floured surface, knead the mixture a couple of times and mould it into an 18cm round.
  6. Put the dough on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 30-35 mins until golden and risen and a skewer comes out clean when inserted into the middle. Leave to cool.
  8. For the filling, lightly mash the blackberries with the sugar. Split the shortcake in two and spread the bottom half with the clotted cream. Spoon the mashed berries over the cream, then top with the shortcake. Dust with icing sugar and serve in slices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories599kcal
Protein4.67%
Fat56.15%
Carbs39.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.13
Glycemic Load
18.59
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.6230434853098%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
62.47mg
Pelargonidin
0.28mg
Peonidin
0.13mg
Catechin
23.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
2.91mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.43mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.42mg
Quercetin
2.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:599.29kcal
29.96%
Fat:37.79g
58.13%
Saturated Fat:23.09g
144.34%
Carbohydrates:59.33g
19.78%
Net Carbohydrates:55.12g
20.04%
Sugar:28.77g
31.96%
Cholesterol:114.13mg
38.04%
Sodium:197.57mg
8.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.08g
14.16%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.7%
Selenium:17.61µg
25.15%
Fiber:4.21g
16.85%
Vitamin C:13.13mg
15.91%
Vitamin A:754.72IU
15.09%
Vitamin K:13.76µg
13.1%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.07%
Calcium:109.42mg
10.94%
Phosphorus:107.2mg
10.72%
Copper:0.19mg
9.32%
Folate:31.76µg
7.94%
Magnesium:27.81mg
6.95%
Potassium:216.05mg
6.17%
Iron:1.02mg
5.65%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.19%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.16%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.99%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.09%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.34%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.64%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.32%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.04%