This is a great variation on a standard biscuit- a bit sweeter but with the subtle zing of lime to complement summer's berries and fruits.
Makes 8 large shortcake biscuits ½ cup sugar Grated zest from 1 lime 2¼ cups all purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 2½ teaspoon baking powder ⅛ teaspoon baking soda ½ cup (1 stick) butter, cut into cubes and refrigerated until very cold ¾ cup buttermilk 1 whole egg 1 egg yolk 1 egg beaten with a little milk for glazing
For Blackberry Shortcake: 1 quart of blackberries, washed and dried ½ cup sugar 16 oz. heavy cream, whipped 9 Lime Shortcake Biscuits
Note: These biscuits slathered with butter, jam or citrus curd make a scrumptious breakfast.
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