Congresbury Ginger Shortcake

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Congresbury Ginger Shortcake recipe for a sweet and spicy treat
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

FOR THE SHORTCAKE
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup white sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
FOR THE ICING
1/4 cup confectioners ' sugar
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon golden syrup
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
390
Sugar
25g
Fat
23g
Congresbury Ginger Shortcake is a classic British dessert that is known for its delicious sweet and spicy flavor. The combination of buttery shortcake and ginger-sugar icing is perfect for anyone who loves a little heat in their dessert. This easy recipe can be made ahead of time and chilled in the fridge until ready to serve. It's the perfect dessert to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee on a lazy afternoon. The recipe makes enough for 6-8 servings, making it an ideal treat for any social gathering or family event.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
2.In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Sift together the flour, baking powder, and ground ginger in a separate bowl and then add them to the creamed mixture. Mix till the consistency becomes crumbly.
4.Press the mixture into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Allow it to cool.
5.To make the icing, mix the confectioners' sugar and ground ginger in a small bowl.
6.In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and golden syrup together over low heat. Add the sugar and ginger mixture a tablespoon at a time, stirring well until smooth.
7.Pour the icing over the cooled shortcake. Let it cool and chill in the fridge for an hour before serving.

PROS

The Congresbury Ginger Shortcake is a sweet and spicy treat, perfect for a tea party or an after-dinner dessert.

It’s easy to make and can be prepared in advance for convenience.

CONS

This shortcake is high in both sugar and fat content.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert contains ginger which is known to help with digestion and nausea.
The golden syrup used in the recipe contains trace amounts of certain minerals like iron and calcium that are beneficial for the body in small quantities.

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