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Easy Patriotic Strawberry Blueberry Shortcake Skewer Bites

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These refreshing and perfectly sweet skewer bites combine juicy strawberries, blueberries, and tender shortcake cubes with a hint of whipped cream, making a perfect summer treat that’s quick and easy to assemble.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 pint (about 450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved or quartered
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries, washed and dried
  • About 1 cup (240ml) whipped cream, homemade or store-bought
  • Wooden or bamboo skewers, 6 to 8 inches long

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (if using). Whisk lightly to blend.
  3. Add ½ cup (115g) cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry mix. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized bits.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Pour the milk mixture into the flour-butter mixture. Stir gently with a spoon just until the dough comes together. Don’t overmix.
  6. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick square. Cut into 1-inch cubes using a sharp knife. Place cubes evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown on top and cooked through. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  8. While shortcakes bake, wash and dry 1 pint strawberries and 1 cup blueberries. Hull and quarter strawberries so they’re bite-sized.
  9. Once shortcake cubes are cool, thread onto skewers in this pattern: strawberry piece, shortcake cube, blueberry, shortcake cube, strawberry.
  10. Just before serving, dollop or pipe fresh whipped cream onto the skewers or serve on the side for dipping.

Notes

Use cold butter to ensure flaky shortcakes. Do not overmix dough to avoid toughness. Quarter strawberries for easy skewering. Assemble skewers close to serving time to prevent sogginess. Fresh whipped cream is preferred but store-bought works. Shortcake cubes can be baked ahead and stored airtight at room temperature for up to 2 days. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and patted dry.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, blueberry shortcake, summer dessert, patriotic dessert, fruit skewers, easy dessert, Fourth of July recipe

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