strawberry sandwiches
This dish comes from the Grampians--the Scottish moors famous for grouse hunting. The strawberry sandwich may be compared to the American strawberry shortcake. Either way, it's delicious! Recipe: Traditional Scottish Cookery Photo: healthfulpursuit.com
prep time
20 Min
cook time
25 Min
method
Bake
yield
4-6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 - eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup caster (superfine) sugar
- 1 tablespoon boiling water
- few dash vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 6-8 ounces strawberries, whole
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
How To Make strawberry sandwiches
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Step 1Grease and line with parchment paper the bases of two 8-inch baking pans.
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Step 2With an electric mixer, beat egg whites until stiff. Whisk in the egg yolks one at a time, whisking well after each addition until stiff. Whisk in the caster sugar, water, and a few drops of vanilla extract.
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Step 3Gently add the flour and baking powder, folding with a metal spoon. Turn mixture into the prepared pans and level them out with a spatula.
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Step 4Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20-25 minutes until risen, golden, and the centers spring back when touched lightly.
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Step 5Cool slightly, then turn out onto a wire rack; remove the paper and leave to cool.
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Step 6Whip the heavy cream until peaking. Mash the strawberries, reserving several for slicing, together with 2 Tbsp. of the powdered sugar and a few drops of vanilla extract. Sandwich between the two cakes. Sprinkle with remaining powdered sugar and garnish with some strawberry slices.
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Category:
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Tag:
#Quick & Easy
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#For Kids
Tag:
#Healthy
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#Heirloom
Diet:
Vegetarian
Ingredient:
Fruit
Method:
Bake
Culture:
UK/Ireland
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