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Shortcake

Recipe courtesy Alton Brown

Show: Good EatsEpisode: The Dough Also Rises

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  • on May 19, 2012

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    I just made this. At first when I saw it come out of the oven, I thought this was going to be very dry. It turned out to be the best shortcake biscuit that I ever made. I followed many reviewers suggesting to use 1/3 cup sugar and it was perfect. Thanks Anton for sharing this recipe and I liked your 'good eats' show.

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  • on April 03, 2012

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    Wow! We are in the middle of packing for a move and Mom's recipe is in a box somewhere, so I turned to my computer. We all agreed that it was the best and the go to recipe in the future. The biscuit was so light and tender, with just the right amount of sweetness to let the strawberries shine.

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  • on March 31, 2012

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    perfect consistency. Increased sugar and lowered temperture as others suggested and it turned out great! A big hit. I also added about 2 tsp. of vanilla extract which was a nice subtle extra. :

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  • on January 21, 2012

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    I loved this recipe. I will be using this again, my husband couldn't stop eating the shortcake.I did add 1 more tablespoon of sugar.

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  • on November 19, 2011

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    I thought they where delicious! They definately need more sugar. But they kind of remind me of biscuits.....

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  • on September 09, 2011

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    Definately needs more sugar. I made it exactly as the recipe was posted. Next time will add the extra sugar and bake at 400. Very good.

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  • on July 25, 2011

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    it is the best recipe i have tried it was good to eat

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  • on September 22, 2010

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    I loved the shape and texture baking these by large rounded spoonfuls creates. Maybe could use a tad more sweetness (and that is eating them by themselves, but otherwise -- perfect! Thanks, Alton!! :D

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  • on March 20, 2010

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    This is simple and very traditional shortcake. I would lower the Temp to 400 degrees and add a bit more sugar. Perfect!

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  • on July 16, 2009

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    I also used the recipe from "The Dough Also Rises" rather than this recipe as written. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3QuQSdjMVE&feature=related

    Amazing!     Just the perfect amount of sweetness, and a lovely crispy crust of sugar and butter. Absolutely wonderful!

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