Summer Berries

Summer's benefits are many, but one of my very favorite things is fresh summer berries.  We have a wild blackberry bush growing in our yard {picking berries instantly reminds me of my childhood summers...running barefoot in the grass, chasing fireflies, and picking wild berries}.

 Right now we're well stocked: strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries!  

I used some of the blueberries this weekend to make delicious  

Blueberry Buckle  :)

 : Ingredients :

• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup butter, softened

: Directions :

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease one 8x8 inch pan.
2. Cream together 3/4 cup sugar, shortening, and egg.
3. In a separate bowl mix together 2 cups flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir into sugar mixture, alternating with milk. Stir in blueberries. Pour into greased 8x8 inch pan.
4. To make topping: Combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/3 cup flour, cinnamon, and butter. Sprinkle over cake batter.
5. Bake at 375 degree F (190 degrees C) for 25-30 minutes.     
   
   
   
   

   
   
   Such a yummy, old-fashioned treat when blueberries are ripe and in season!
   Perfect for picnics, backyard gatherings and anytime snacking!
   
   
   Enjoy!