Rustic Strawberry Shortcake: A Campfire Treat
Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, flaky biscuit, fresh from the campfire, paired with sweet strawberries and creamy whipped cream. This rugged strawberry shortcake recipe is the perfect dessert for your next outdoor adventure.
Gather ‘Round the Campfire
Before you start cooking, make sure your campfire has died down, leaving a layer of white ash on the coals. This will provide the ideal heat for cooking your shortcake.
Mix and Roll the Dough
In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of baking mix, 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, and ¼ cup of heavy cream. Stir the mixture until it’s just combined – be careful not to overwork the dough. Then, use your clean hands to roll the dough into walnut-sized balls.
Cooking Over the Coals
Flatten a dough ball and thread it onto the end of a stick. Shape the dough into a corncob-like cake, about ¼ inch thick. Hold the stick over the fire pit or charcoal grill, rotating it every few minutes to ensure even cooking. It should take around 10-15 minutes for the shortcake to turn golden brown and cook through. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
Serve and Enjoy
Once your shortcakes are cooked, crumble them into serving bowls and top with 2 cups of sliced strawberries, sweetened to taste. Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
Recipe Details
Yield: 4 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 40 minutes
Active Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the shortcake dough:
- 2 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick)
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup heavy cream
For serving:
- 2 cups sliced strawberries, sweetened to taste
- Whipped cream
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