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Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake

by Stacey 10 Comments

Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake! Loving this easy classic shortcake recipe. Summer is all about blueberries so indulge in this simple, delicious dessert perfect for any occasion. | thesugarcoatedcottage.com

Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake! Summer is all about blueberries so indulge in this simple, delicious dessert perfect for any occasion.

So I did something crazy this week, something I never thought I could do let alone be capable of and I’m still in shock. But let me back up a bit. Some of you may have seen my instagram post where I briefly cried about some food photos that just did not turn out for me. So here I was with a beautiful, sinful, indulging dessert and a bunch of photos that said otherwise. By now the dessert is all cut up and there is no chance of putting it all back together. So I gave it away, to rave reviews but still no pictures to prove it. Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake! Loving this easy classic shortcake recipe. Summer is all about blueberries so indulge in this simple, delicious dessert perfect for any occasion. | thesugarcoatedcottage.com Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake! Loving this easy classic shortcake recipe. Summer is all about blueberries so indulge in this simple, delicious dessert perfect for any occasion. | thesugarcoatedcottage.com

Fast forward to this week, to this Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake. I thought I had nailed the first round of photos for sure, my light looked good, the “A” mode on my camera was telling me all systems go. I had total confidence when I opened the pics in Photoshop…only to be horribly disappointed again. What the heck is going on here? Is it really the light? Maybe its me. Maybe its the camera? It better not be the camera!  Then I was reminded of the  “M” word, the scary word I was just not ready to say out loud let alone attempt! The “M” word is always mentioned as the preferred way to shoot for professionals and though I consider myself a professional I didn’t necessarily see myself as the pro’s level of professional. Surely I could never consider “M”. For those of you who have not caught on to what “M” I am referring to I am talking about Ma-ma-ma-ma-manual, woo I could barely get the word out. “M”anual mode, the mode where you choose all of your camera settings, its all on you.

I recalled a blog post I had read explaining that in low light situations to slow down your shutter speed to let more light in, that way you can maintain a low ISO (I like anything between 100-400) and adjust the your f/stop where you want it to be. Beside myself and no where else to turn at 8pm I got my camera out and thought I would take few practice shots. In my mind I was doubting the what I had read and I was doubting myself, why do I do this? I was stunned, it was working. I was taking food photos at 8pm and it looked like it was 3pm. How is this happening…one word…Manual. All the photos in the post were taken at 8pm in natural light (except the shot with the shortcake still in the pan). For anyone who wants to know my settings,  shutter speed = 1/30, ISO 320, f/3.5.

Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake! Loving this easy classic shortcake recipe. Summer is all about blueberries so indulge in this simple, delicious dessert perfect for any occasion. | thesugarcoatedcottage.com

After all that stress (self imposed no doubt) I’m going to enjoy a slice of this fabulous Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake. Its a summer classic that everyone is sure to love!! When I say simple I mean simple, one dough divided in two, arrange in the pan as noted, sprinkle with sugar, bake, glaze and eat! The dessert relies on the the sweetness of the blueberries and glaze, the shortcake itself only has a few Tbsp’s of sugar. And don’t leave out the sugar crystals and glaze, they add so much to the texture and flavor.

Thanks for listening to my “M”anual mode journey!

Enjoy!

Stacey

Here are some items that helped in the making of Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake.

Sparkling Sugar Crystals

Almond extract 

8″ cake pan

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Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake! Loving this easy classic shortcake recipe. Summer is all about blueberries so indulge in this simple, delicious dessert perfect for any occasion. | thesugarcoatedcottage.com

Simple Delicous Blueberry Shortcake

Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake

Stacey Thimmes - The Sugar Coated Cottage
Simply Delicious Blueberry Shortcake! Summer is all about blueberries so indulge in this simple, delicious dessert perfect for any occasion.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Dessert
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • CAKE:
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 egg slightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 3 Tbsp sparkling sugar crystals if you don't have the larger granules granulated sugar will work
  • GLAZE:
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 Tbsp milk
  • 2 tsp almond extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven ot 400 degrees F
  • Oil an 8 inch cake pan set aside
  • Sift together the flour and baking powered.
  • Cut in the butter.
  • Combine egg and milk.
  • Stir into flour mixture.
  • Divide dough in half.
  • Gently pat half the dough into prepared pan.
  • Top with blueberries.
  • Roll out the remaining dough into 8" circle, cover the blueberries with it.
  • Sprinkle with sparkling sugar crystals.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  • GLAZE:
  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Pour onto cake.
  • Server warm.
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Comments

  1. annie@ciaochowbambina says

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    5 stars
    Well, that’s a story! All’s well that ends well because these pictures are absolutely stunning and scream summer afternoon! I must have this shortcake in my life!! Thanks for sharing!

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    • Stacey says

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      Hi Annie! Thanks, its a great little recipe to have on hand. And yes, it did end well 😉 . Take care.

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  2. Pamela (BrooklynFarmGirl) says

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    This looks so yummy!

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    • Stacey says

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      Hi Pamela! Its a keeper! Great with midmorning coffee or tea. Take care.

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  3. Deepika|TheLoveOfCakes says

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    I am so with you on the photography woes!! I have been reading on shooting in manual mode too..Wish I had started this sooner :(. But I have always admired your photography Stacey 🙂 These pictures are also beautiful!! I love how the sweet glaze glorifies this blueberry shortcake so much! Have a great week ahead 🙂

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    • Stacey says

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      Hi Deepika! Thanks you very much that’s nice to hear. I guess desperate times called for desperate measures 😉 . I to wish I had started shooting in manual sooner. Take care.

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  4. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

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    Girl, I feel your pain. I can’t believe you took those pics at 8! They’re gorgeous and really look like late morning or something. This is such a beauty of a dessert. Have a great week, Stacey!

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    • Stacey says

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      Thanks Kelsie! I’m so glad I made the switch now that I see the results, wish I had done it sooner :-). Take care.

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  5. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

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    5 stars
    I was suuuuuuper nervous to take my camera off automatic and switch to manual too, girlfriend! I think most people are. It’s like taking the training wheels off of your bike for the first time… but then, once you are riding (or clicking away) without that safety blanket, it feels GREAT! Mad props for making the switch! These photos are FABULOUS! And this cake looks DELICIOUS! Bravo! I’ll take 4 slices please. 😉

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    • Stacey says

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      Hi Cheyanne! Expertly put, it is like taking the training wheels off but now I don’t want them back on lol. 4 slices coming on up 😉 . Take care.

      Reply

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