Shortcake
Shortcake
Shortcake (/ˈʃɔːrtkeɪk/) is a sweet cake or biscuit (in the American sense: that is, a crumbly bread that has been leavened with baking powder or baking soda).
Etymology
The term "shortcake" originates from the old English "short", referring to the crumbly texture of the cake, and "cake", which is derived from the old Norse "kaka".
Description
Shortcake is typically made with flour, sugar, baking powder or soda, salt, butter, milk or cream, and sometimes eggs. The dry ingredients are blended, and then the butter is cut in until the mixture resembles cornmeal. The liquid ingredients are then mixed in just until moistened, resulting in a shortened dough. The dough is then dropped in spoonfuls onto a baking sheet, rolled and cut like biscuits, or poured into a cake pan, depending on how wet the dough is and the baker's preferences. Then it is baked at a relatively high temperature until set.
The most famous dessert made with shortcake is strawberry shortcake. With a sweet biscuit (or sponge cake) base, strawberries and whipped cream, it is a favorite summer dessert of many.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Shortcake
- Wikipedia's article - Shortcake
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