Celebrate the colors of the American flag with this patriotic red, white, and blueberry shortcake!

This recipe combines the classic shortcake with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream for a perfect summer dessert. The patriotic colors make it perfect for Fourth of July celebrations or any summer gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup whipped cream

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold butter pieces to the dry ingredients and cut in using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a few times. Pat the dough into a 6-inch round and cut into 6 wedges.
6. Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Let the shortcakes cool completely before assembling.
8. To assemble, split the shortcakes in half and top with sliced strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream. Place the other half of the shortcake on top.
9. Garnish with additional berries and a dollop of whipped cream before serving.

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