APPLE-CRANBERRY SHORTCAKES WITH CINNAMON CREAM
Provided by Jayne Cohen
Categories Cake Berry Fruit Dessert Bake Sauté Yogurt Cranberry Apple Winter Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line baking sheet with parchment. Combine flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in processor. Add 8 tablespoons butter; using on/off turns, cut in until mixture resembles coarse meal. Transfer to large bowl. Add yogurt; mix with fork until dry ingredients are evenly moistened. Turn dough out onto floured work surface. Knead 5 turns to combine. Roll into 12x5-inch rectangle. Cut into 10 squares. Arrange squares on prepared baking sheet, spacing apart. Bake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 18 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool 15 minutes.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples; sauté 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup sugar. Add cranberries; sauté until cranberries pop, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer fruit to bowl. Add 1/3 cup cream to juices in skillet; boil until liquid reduces to 1/4 cup. Return fruit to skillet; stir to coat.
- Beat 1 2/3 cups cream, 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla extract in medium bowl to soft peaks. Cut shortcakes horizontally in half. Place 1 bottom half in each of 10 bowls. Top with fruit, cream, and shortcake tops.
APPLE CREAM SHORTCAKES
"Here's a new take on two old favorites-shortcake and apple pie," writes Athena Russell of Florence, South Carolina. The apple flavor makes it an ideal autumn dish.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in milk just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 3-4 times. , Roll out into an oval, about 1/2 in. thick. Using a floured 2-1/2 -in. biscuit cutter, cut out two circles. Place 1 in. apart on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, combine the filling ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 3-4 minutes or until apples are tender and sauce is thickened. Remove from the heat; cool slightly., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. , To assemble, split shortcakes in half. Place cake bottoms on dessert plates. Top with apple mixture and whipped cream. Replace shortcake tops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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What Are Apple Cream Shortcakes Recipes?
Apple cream shortcakes are a delicious dessert that combines the goodness of baked apples, creamy whipped cream, and tender shortcakes. This recipe is a twist on traditional strawberry shortcake, which is typically made using fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and biscuits.
The apple cream shortcake recipe typically involves baking sliced apples with spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a sweet and fragrant filling. The shortcakes are made using a simple dough that is mixed and rolled out, then cut into circles using a biscuit cutter. The dough is then baked until golden brown, providing a delicate base for the baked apples and whipped cream.
Apple Cream Shortcake Ingredients
- For the baked apples:
- 4 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup water
- For the shortcakes:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- For the whipped cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until the apples are tender.
- While the apples are baking, make the shortcakes. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the chilled and cubed butter to the flour mixture, and use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the flour mixture until the butter is the size of small peas.
- Add the heavy cream and egg to the flour mixture, and stir with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently 2-3 times. Roll the dough out to a 1/2-inch thickness and cut out circles using a biscuit cutter.
- Place the circles on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
- While the shortcakes are baking, make the whipped cream. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until it starts to form soft peaks. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Once the shortcakes are done, let them cool for a few minutes. To assemble the apple cream shortcakes, split the shortcake in half and add a spoonful of baked apples onto the bottom half. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and replace the top half of the shortcake.
- Repeat with remaining shortcakes and serve immediately.
Conclusion
Apple cream shortcakes are a delicious dessert that combines the sweet and fragrant flavors of baked apples with the light and airy texture of whipped cream and tender shortcakes. This recipe is perfect for fall or winter when fresh apples are in season and you're looking for a comforting treat. While this dessert recipe does require some time and effort, it's well worth it for the final result. You can even add your own twist to the recipe by experimenting with different spices or adding your favorite toppings.