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Whole Grain Shortcakes with Berries & Cream

Jessica Fisher · April 20, 2011 · 17 Comments

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A plate of shortcakes on the table

I love inviting people over for Easter. Last year we had my mom, my brothers, a family friend, and an earthquake. Hopefully, this year we’ll have family and friends — without the rocking and the rolling.

And while I love all the savory foods that comprise a big dinner, I really look forward to a tasty dessert. I want something sweet, something tart, something soft, something crisp. And this dessert has got all the bases covered.

Plus, it’s very make-ahead. It wouldn’t be me if you couldn’t make it in advance, now would it?

I just don’t like to fuss at the last minute.
Berry shortcake on plate with fork

The Whole Grain Shortcakes really are “whole grain” since they contain whole wheat pastry flour and oat flour. They are buttery and crisp, and good all by themselves with a cup of tea or coffee. I served them recently with blackberries that I bought on sale, but they would be good with any fresh fruit. Try them out with strawberries, raspberries, or chopped peaches. And of course, make sure you whip a big bowl of cream.

You will have a fabulous dessert for Easter.

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Whole Grain Shortcakes with Berries & Cream

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: berry dessert, berry shortcake, homemade shortcake, shortcake, shortcake and berries
Servings: 8
Calories: 359kcal
Author: Jessica Fisher

Ingredients

  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup butter cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 1/2 tsp lemon, zested
  • 1 oz strawberries sliced, other berries may be used
  • 3 cup whipped cream
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the oat flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pulse to blend. Add the butter cubes. Pulse until coarse crumbs are formed. Add the half and half and the lemon zest and pulse just until combined.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured board. The dough will be sticky. Pat into a 1/2 inch circle. Cut the circle into 8 wedges. Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet.
  • These shortcakes will spread depending on how warm your butter is. You may want to chill the wedges in the freezer for a short time before baking. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until gold brown. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Serve the shortcakes with berries and whipped cream.

Notes

Promptly store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 4 days.
Nutritional values are approximate and based on 1 shortcake.

Nutrition

Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 260mg | Potassium: 401mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 569IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 1mg

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Comments

  1. Liz@HoosierHomemade says

    April 20, 2011 at

    Thanks for hosting! Happy Easter to you and your family!
    ~Liz

    Reply
  2. Allison @ Alli 'n Son says

    April 20, 2011 at

    Thank you so much for hosting! I shared two of my favorite Easter recipes this week.

    Reply
  3. Wendy (The Local Cook) says

    April 21, 2011 at

    I can’t wait for fresh strawberry season. Yum!

    Reply
  4. Courtney says

    April 21, 2011 at

    I don’t have a recipe to share, but I made a carrot and raisin cake this week (An Easter Bunny Carrot Cake – I called it) and my kids love it! Will definitely make this part of our Easter tradition now.

    Reply
    • Jessica Fisher says

      April 21, 2011 at

      @Courtney, sounds very fun!

      Reply
  5. Tammy @ Skinny Mom's Kitchen says

    April 21, 2011 at

    Those look amazing!! I am going to make them this weekend. I will let you know how they turn out. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  6. jenna Food WIth Kid Appeal says

    April 21, 2011 at

    you really are a baking maven, looks so simple and delish, love an excuse for real fresh cream.

    Reply
    • Jessica Fisher says

      April 21, 2011 at

      @jenna Food WIth Kid Appeal, “baking maven.” Can I use that one? LOL

      Reply
  7. Sarah @ The Pajama Chef says

    April 21, 2011 at

    Happy Easter!

    Reply
  8. Kelly says

    April 21, 2011 at

    Thanks for these great link ups! Can’t wait to try these shortcakes.

    Reply
  9. Lisa @ HappyinDoleValley says

    April 21, 2011 at

    I’m sharing my French Breakfast Puffs recipe and my Ultimate Lemon Cake recipe. One provides a sweet for breakfast, and the other a sweet for after the Easter feast. A blessed Easter to all! ~Lisa

    Reply
  10. amy says

    April 21, 2011 at

    These look SOOO yummy! Thanks so much for a SIMPLE & make-ahead dessert!

    But – how/where do I get oat flour?
    Can I grind up oatmeal? Is that the same thing?

    Reply
    • Jessica Fisher says

      April 21, 2011 at

      @amy, I bought Bob’s Red Mill oat flour at my local store. But, you can order it online as well. I think these will be just as good if you used all wheat or all-purpose flour, but the oat flour added a little different flavor and made it “whole grain.”

      I don’t do any milling, so I don’t know if you can make your own. But, I have readers who do. Hint, hint.

      Reply
    • Anne @ Quick and Easy Cheap and Healthy says

      April 21, 2011 at

      @amy, Yes, I do it all the time for my son who has wheat allergies. Just grind it up in a food process or coffee grinder until it is fine.

      Reply
      • amy says

        April 28, 2011 at

        @Anne @ Quick and Easy Cheap and Healthy,

        Thanks ladies!
        I ground up a cup of ‘regular’ oatmeal in the food processor and it worked! I made them for Easter dessert and they were delish!

        Reply
  11. Susie's Homemade says

    April 21, 2011 at

    Those look perfect!!!

    Reply
  12. Adrienne @ Whole New Mom says

    April 25, 2011 at

    Missed this post, so I am sharing now. Easter Fudge with all natural food colors.
    Includes sugar free options.

    Enjoy even after Easter!

    Reply

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