APPLE CREAM SHORTCAKES

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"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

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Ingredients

2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cold butter
1/4 cup 2% milk
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
TOPPING:
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon sugar

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.