I won’t lie, I love Shortcake Season. We are heading into that time of year when berries are fresh and available, soon to be followed by peaches, nectarines and the like. And, yes, I know that for many folks those fruits are in their local market’s produce sections but there is a vast difference between being In Season and shipping them in from where ever they can be grown. Just sayin’.

FWIW, I am also a huge fan of frozen fruits and berries because they are harvested, packed and frozen at the peak of flavor. Always a good thing.

Shortcake can be a lot of things. I have my favorite Bisquick recipe or a scratch recipe that can be found in pretty much any Betty Crocker, Better Homes & Gardens, Joy of Cooking or similar cookery book. You can also find some sponge cakes or pound cakes in the market. All will work and you will find your own particular favorite(s) as you check them out.

This recipe from Betty Crocker not only gives you a good collection of ideas, tips and tricks, but a solid recipe, too. Best Strawberry Shortcake.

However, if you really want to experiment with shortcake, check out THIS collection, also from Betty Crocker.

While individual shortcakes can be great, I like to make one large one and divvy it up, so don’t forget to try that, too.

Shortcakes are a great way to enjoy Summer’s bounty without a lot of fuss and bother. They are easy to make, tasty, and flexible so you can use pretty much any fruit or berry you like.

Enjoy!