Fourth Of July Shortcake Recipes

Strawberries and blueberries under a drizzle of cream has long been an Independence Day favorite, but when Jean Hewitt introduced this recipe in 1968, it was as an alternative to another Fourth of July favorite: "The first red, white and blue dessert that comes to mind is watermelon and blueberries with ice cream, but for those who prefer something a little different, there is a recipe for strawberry and blueberry shortcake with ricotta sauce. Pitchers of clear, cold iced tea are all that have to be added." The original recipe called for bran breakfast cereal, but we've adapted it with wheat bran, found in the bulk section of the grocery store, which gives this shortcake its rustic, colonial feel.

Provided by Sara Bonisteel

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 577, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 262 milligrams, Sugar 33 grams, TransFat 1 gram

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Spectacular Fourth of July Dessert! Present at night with a couple of sparklers for the best effect. Can make with shortcake mix, too.

Provided by Tara Salerno

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 4

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 189.3 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

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