Shakespeare reminds us that beauty is found in ordinary places. Sweetness often blossoms there too. 🌿
“The strawberry grows underneath the nettle,
And wholesome berries thrive and ripen best.”
There’s something about the arrival of strawberry season that stirs up the sweetest memories. This small-batch air fryer version is just right for a summer afternoon treat and will make 4 servings.
Ingredients:
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1 tbsp + 2 tsp granulated sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter, grated
• 1/2 cup milk
Whipped cream for serving and a light dusting of cocoa to finish
Directions:
In a bowl, combine strawberries and 1 tablespoon sugar. Mix well and set aside.
Preheat your air fryer to 300°F and lightly grease a small round baking pan.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining 2 teaspoons sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the grated cold butter and gently blend with fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly pour in the milk and stir just until a soft dough forms. Do not over mix.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Air fry for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
Let the shortcake cool slightly before slicing. Serve it with the sugared strawberries (and blueberries). Add a spoonful of whipped cream and dust with cocoa.
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