Clementine Shortcakes

OtherVegetarianEasy15 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 lb clementines, peeled and cut into segments
  • 0.3 cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp Grand Marnier or orange liqueur
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp confectioners sugar
  • 4 each plain shortcakes, split in half
  • 4 sprig fresh mint for garnish
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, combine the clementine segments, sugar, and Grand Marnier to taste. Mix well and let macerate for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Whip the heavy cream with confectioners sugar until stiff peaks form. Flavor the whipped cream with Grand Marnier to taste.

  3. 3

    To serve, place the bottom half of a shortcake in the center of each serving plate. Spoon the clementine mixture generously over the cake.

  4. 4

    Place the top half of the shortcake on the clementines. Add a dollop of the Grand Marnier whipped cream.

  5. 5

    Garnish with fresh mint and a dusting of powdered sugar.

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