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Blackberry Shortbread Wedges

Blackberry Shortbread Wedges: A Perfectly Sweet Treat

Blackberry Shortbread Wedges are a delightful sweet-tart treat, perfect for gatherings or as a delicious dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 wedges
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar or granular sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter cold and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
For the Blackberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Blackberries or thawed frozen blackberries
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar adjust for sweeter berries
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch can be omitted
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest or orange zest
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream or milk
  • 2 tablespoons Coarse Sugar optional

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry Cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Whisk them together until evenly blended.
  3. Cut in the cold, cubed unsalted butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add vanilla extract and mix until just combined. Press 1/3 of the mixture firmly into the baking pan.
  5. Gently toss blackberries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon zest. Let sit for a few minutes.
  6. Spread the blackberry mixture evenly over the shortbread base and sprinkle the reserved crumbs on top.
  7. Brush the top with heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until edges are golden brown and filling is bubbly.
  9. Let cool completely before slicing into wedges.
  10. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wedgeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill butter for flaky crust; cool bars fully before cutting; adjust sugar for frozen berries; experiment with flavors.

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