Strawberry Shortcakes

Name: Strawberry Shortcakes
Yield: makes about 6 shortcakes
Ingredients: 1 quart ripe strawberries, rinsed, stemmed, and sliced; 1/4 to 1/3 cup light agave nectar; 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier liqueur (optional); 2 cups sprouted spelt flour or whole wheat pastry flour; 1/2 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 5 tablespoons frozen unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1/2 cup nonfat Greek-style plain yogurt; 1/2 cup cold water; 2 tablespoons light agave nectar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; Agave Nectar Whipped Cream (page 113)

December 9, 2011

A traditional summer treat, especially yummy when strawberries are in season. For the sweetest berries, nothing beats freshly picked. Adjust the amount of agave nectar you use in the filling depending on the sweetness of the berries.

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