Butter Shortcakes with Fruit

Recipe and photo thanks to Nordic Ware!

Ingredients:

- 1 cup flour

- 2/3 cup sugar

- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1/4 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

- 1/3 cup butter, softened

- 1/2 cup milk

- 1 egg

- fresh berries and cream

Instructions:

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Generously grease and flour the shortcake pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except berries and whipped cream.
3. Blend at low speed until moistened; then beat 2 minutes on medium speed, scraping the bowl often.
4. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 18-20 minutes.
5. Let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan; then invert it onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
6. Serve with fresh berries and whipped cream.