Homemade Lime and Mint Strawberry Shortcake

I am thrilled to share with you a unique twist on the classic strawberry shortcake – a Lime and Mint Strawberry Shortcake. I love creating recipes that are approachable, affordable, and focus on seasonal ingredients. This refreshing variation is perfect for this time of year when fresh strawberries are at their peak.

Inspiration Behind this Recipe

This Lime and Mint Strawberry Shortcake recipe was inspired by the refreshing flavors of Zoe Smart Brush Vanilla Mint dental bones. These treats not only help clean your dogs teeth, but also fight plaque and tartar while freshening breath. The invigorating mint flavor in the dental bones sparked the idea to incorporate mint into a classic dessert, resulting in a vibrant and flavorful twist on traditional strawberry shortcake. Learn more about Zoe’s line of products here!

Fresh Strawberries for Strawberry Shortcake

Using high-quality, fresh strawberries is essential for this recipe. Visit your local farmers market to get the juiciest berries possible. These vibrant strawberries, combined with the zesty lime and refreshing mint, create an unforgettable flavor profile.

Strawberry Shortcake Recipe Ingredients

For the Biscuits

• 2 cups of flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 2 tbsp sugar
• pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1 cup of milk
• zest of 1 lime
• 1 egg, for the egg wash

For the Strawberry Filling

• 2 cups of diced strawberries
• 2 tbsp of sugar
• 1 tbsp of vanilla
• 1/4 fresh mint, chopped

For the Lime Whipped Cream

• 1 cup of whipping cream
• 2 tbsp of sugar
• 1 tbsp of vanilla
• juice of 1/2 a lime

How to make Strawberry Shortcake

The Strawberries

Start by roughly chopping up the strawberries. In a large bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with the sugar, vanilla, and lime juice. The lime juice not only enhances the strawberries’ natural sweetness but also adds a delightful tang. Let this mixture sit at room temperature to allow the flavours to meld and the strawberries to release their juices, turning them into perfectly juicy strawberries.

The Biscuits

The foundation of our shortcake is the biscuit. This biscuit recipe is straightforward yet delivers the best biscuits with flaky layers. Here’s how you can achieve the real deal:

1. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients – all-purpose flour, baking powder, a little sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in cold milk and lime zest until just combined, forming a wet mixture. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuit dough tender.
3. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out into 8 biscuits, ensuring not to twist the cutter to keep the edges sharp for the best rise.
4. Bake: Place the biscuits on parchment paper and bake at 375F for 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool.

The Whipped Cream

No strawberry shortcake is complete without homemade whipped cream, especially this bright lime version. Using an electric mixer with a whisk attachment, beat cold heavy cream with the sugar, lime juice and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. For a sturdier texture, continue beating until stiff peaks form. This sweet lime whipped cream perfectly complements the sweet biscuits and juicy berries.

Assembling the Shortcake

To assemble, cut the biscuits in half horizontally and layer them with strawberries and homemade whipped cream. For an extra touch, garnish with additional lime zest and mint leaves.

Strawberry Shortcake Tips for Success

1. Biscuit Dough Handling: Handle the dough as little as possible to avoid tough biscuits. Use a rubber spatula to fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently.
2. Cold Ingredients: Ensure that your butter and cream are cold to achieve flaky biscuits and the perfect whipped cream.
3. Whipped Cream: If you don’t have a stand mixer, a hand mixer works just as well on low speed initially, then increase to medium to high speed.

Why This Recipe Stands Out

This Lime and Mint Strawberry Shortcake is not just a twist on the traditional strawberry shortcake; it’s an elevated version that brings new life to a classic dessert. The combination of flavours and textures makes it the perfect dessert for any gathering.

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