Enjoy the delightful Nutty Strawberry Shortcake as a satisfying dessert, combining the sweetness of strawberries with the nuttiness of almonds and oats! Adjust sweetness according to taste preferences.
Nutty Strawberry Shortcake Delight
Enjoy the delightful Nutty Strawberry Shortcake as a satisfying dessert, combining the sweetness of strawberries with the nuttiness of almonds and oats! Adjust sweetness according to taste preferences.
Equipment
- blender or food processor
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
ingredients for Shortcake Biscuits:
- 1 2/3 cups very warm water
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almonds
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 1/3 cups whole wheat flour
Ingredients for Filling:
- 2 pints sliced strawberries
- Ingredients for Topping:
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 cups water
- 8 large strawberries
- 1 frozen banana
Instructions
Prepare Shortcake Biscuits:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix honey with very warm water until dissolved.
- Set aside.
- In a food processor or blender, grind rolled oats and almonds into a fine meal.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: oat-almond meal, baking powder, and whole wheat flour.
- Pour in the honey and water mixture, and stir until slightly moistened.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a nonstick baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Once baked, let the biscuits cool on a wire rack.
Prepare Topping:
- In a blender, combine chopped almonds, maple syrup, water, strawberries, and frozen banana.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
Assembly:
- To serve, place a biscuit in a bowl.
- Top the biscuit with sliced strawberries.
- Pour the creamy topping over the strawberries and biscuit.
- Garnish with additional sliced strawberries if desired.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
This dessert pairs well with a glass of sweet dessert wine such as Moscato or a fruity white wine like Riesling.Nutrition values
Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 38 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 11 g | Sugar: 10 g