Honey Lime Mixed Berry Shortcake

Shortcake

Step 1:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder. Grate frozen butter into the flour mixture and work it in with your fingers for 1 minute.

Step 3:
In a medium bowl, whisk together cream, honey, eggs, and vanilla. Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and stir until just combined.

Step 4:
Turn the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and press into a 10 x 14-inch rectangle.

Step 5:
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until light golden. Let cool completely on the baking sheet.

Cream Layer

Step 1:
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment, combine whipping cream, sugar, honey, lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Whip on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use, for up to 4 hours.

Berry Topping

Step 1:
In a large bowl, combine berries, lime juice, honey, lime zest, and 2 tbsp (30 mL) mint.

Serving

Step 1:
Place the cooled shortcake on a large serving platter and cut it into 24 squares. Spread the cream layer on top of the squares and finish with the berry mixture. Garnish with additional mint leaves.