PICNIC BERRY SHORTCAKES

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You can make the berry sauce ahead of time and chill it. Then assemble the entire dessert right before the picnic or party. -Frieda Bliesner, McAllen, Texas

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
2 individual round sponge cakes
2 cups fresh blueberries
Whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water. Add 1 cup strawberries; mash mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lime zest. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate, covered, until chilled., Cut sponge cakes crosswise in half; trim the cakes to fit in the bottoms of 4 wide-mouth half-pint canning jars. In a small bowl, mix blueberries and remaining strawberries; spoon over cakes. Top with sauce. If desired, serve with whipped topping.

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