Best 4 Apple Cinnamon Shortcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Apple Cinnamon Shortcakes, a delectable treat that combines the sweetness of apples, the warmth of cinnamon, and the fluffy embrace of homemade shortcakes. This irresistible dessert features three tantalizing recipes: Classic Apple Cinnamon Shortcakes, a timeless favorite that embodies the essence of comfort food; Apple Cinnamon Shortcakes with Streusel Topping, a delightful twist with a crunchy, buttery streusel topping that adds an extra layer of texture and flavor; and Apple Cinnamon Shortcakes with Caramel Sauce, an indulgent variation that elevates the dessert to pure bliss with a rich, velvety caramel sauce. Each recipe offers a unique experience, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of culinary artistry.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S RECIPE - APPLE SHORTCAKE



Grandma's Recipe - Apple Shortcake image

Delicious Apple Shortcake, the one you remember from your childhood

Provided by justamumnz

Categories     Baking & Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

170 grams Butter, room temperature
1 Cup White Sugar, 205 grams
2 Eggs
1 teaspoon Baking Soda *
3 Cups Plain White Flour, 390 grams
2 teaspoon Cream of Tarter* (can replace with 3 teaspoons of baking powder (omit BOTH the baking soda and cream of tarter if you do this) )
pinch of Salt
Apple Filling = I use a pre-prepared can of Apple Pie Filling or use fresh or stewed apple, see recipe link within my blog post.
*If you do not have cream of tarter simply replace both the baking soda and cream of tarter with 3 teaspoons of baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 180C Bake- 355F
  • Cream the butter and the sugar in a food mixer until pale, approximately 4 minutes
  • Add eggs and blend well, then sift the dry ingredients and combine until the dough comes away from the side of the bowl. (If you know me from this blog you know I never sift anything so up to you!)
  • Gently knead into a ball and fridge in plastic wrap for 30 minutes (at least).
  • Roll out half of the dough on a well floured bench into desired shape and using rolling pin to carefully transfer the dough to the prepared greased dish and gently press in - trim off excess if needed.
  • Sprinkle a small amount of white sugar and cinnamon onto the dough and then spoon the apple mixture onto the base.
  • Repeat with the remaining dough - roll and gently lay on top of the apple mixture then gently press down - trim the edges until they are tidy.
  • Feel free to make a pretty pattern or simple marks with a fork for added effect once cooked.
  • Cook for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top
  • The most important aspect of cooking times for this recipe is that the bottom is cooked well - which is why I like to use a clear glass baking dish - the bottom needs to begin to brown. So if in doubt give it a few minutes longer so that it does not fall apart when you slice it.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool before slicing into squares, dust with icing sugar to serve.
  • Enjoy

APPLE-CINNAMON SHORTCAKES



Apple-Cinnamon Shortcakes image

Putting a spin on a summertime favorite, we topped tender shortcakes with delightful sauteed apples. The humble dessert is true comfort! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup plus 4 teaspoons melted butter, divided
FILLING:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
4 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a small bowl, combine cream and 1/2 cup butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Brush with remaining butter; sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly., For filling, in a large skillet, melt butter. Add apples; saute until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Gently split warm shortcakes in half horizontally. Top bottom halves with apple mixture; replace tops. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calories, Fat 30g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 449mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

OAT SHORTCAKES WITH SAUTéED APPLES, CINNAMON, AND WHIPPED CREAM



Oat Shortcakes with Sautéed Apples, Cinnamon, and Whipped Cream image

Provided by Alice Medrich's

Categories     Cake     Milk/Cream     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Apple     Healthy     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 17

For the cake:
3 tablespoons (45 grams) clarified butter or ghee
1 cup (100 grams) oat flour
2/3 cup (130 grams) granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1/8 teaspoon salt
For the topping:
2 large Honeycrisp or Gala apples, unpeeled, cut into 1/4-inch wedges
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for dusting
1/8 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
Special Equipment:
Stand mixer with whisk attachment or handheld electric mixer, 9-inch square cake pan, sifter or medium-mesh strainer

Steps:

  • Bake the cake:
  • Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of the cake pan with parchment paper, but leave the sides unlined and ungreased.
  • Put the clarified butter in a small pot or microwavable container ready to reheat when needed, and have a large bowl ready to pour it into as well. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour and 2 tablespoons of the sugar together thoroughly.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine eggs, salt, and remaining granulated sugar; beat on high speed until light-colored and tripled in volume, 4 to 5 minutes. You should see well-defined tracks as the whisk spins; when the whisk is lifted, the mixture should fall in a thick, fluffy rope that dissolves slowly on the surface of the batter.
  • Just before the egg mixture is ready, heat the clarified butter until very hot and pour it into the reserved large bowl.
  • Remove the bowl with the egg mixture from the mixer. Sift one-third of the flour mixture over the eggs; fold in with a large rubber spatula until the flour is almost blended into the batter. Repeat with half of the remaining flour, then repeat with the rest of the flour. Scrape about a quarter of the batter into the bowl with the hot clarified butter. Fold until the butter is completely blended into the batter. Scrape the buttery batter over the remaining batter and fold just until blended. Scrape the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake until the cake is golden brown on top, 30 to 35 minutes. It will have puffed up and then settled level, but it won't have pulled away from the sides of the pan, and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean and dry. Set the pan on a rack to cool completely.
  • When cool, cut around the edge of the cake to release it from the pan, then quickly invert over a cutting board. Cut in a tic-tac-toe grid, creating nine even squares of cake.
  • Make the topping:
  • While the cake is baking, make the topping: In a medium bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and 1/4 cup water. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat butter until melted. Add apple mixture and stir to combine. Cook over medium heat, turning occasionally, until apples have softened but still hold their shape and the sauce has thickened, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in the chilled bowl of an electric mixer with the whisk attachment, or using a handheld electric mixer, whip the cream until it holds a soft shape-not too stiff. (The cream can be covered and refrigerated for up to several hours. If liquid separates from the cream, whisk briefly before using.)
  • Assemble the dessert:
  • To serve, top each piece of cake with 4 to 5 cooked apple slices and a drizzle of sauce and garnish with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

APPLE-CINNAMON SHORTCAKE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Apple-cinnamon Shortcake Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by DebCooks

Number Of Ingredients 13

Filling:
2 c flour
2 T plus 2 teas sugar, divided
3 teas baking powder
1 teas ground cinnamon
1/2 teas salt
1 c heavy whipping cream
1/2 c plus 4 teas melted butter, divided
1/4 c butter, cubed
4 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 c packed brown sugar
1/2 teas ground cinnamon
1/8 teas ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 T sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a small bowl combine cream and 1/2 c butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls 2 inches apart onto a greased baking sheet. Brush with remaining butter, sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 375 for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly. In a large skillet melt butter. Add the apples, saute until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Gently split warm shortcakes in half horizontally. Top with apple mixture and replace tops. Can put ice cream on top or I whipped cream and put it on top.

Tips:

  • To make sure your shortcakes are fluffy and tender, make sure to use cold butter and buttermilk. The cold butter will help to create a flaky crust, while the buttermilk will help to tenderize the dough.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the shortcakes tough.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To make the apple filling, use a variety of apples for the best flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
  • If you don't have time to make the apple filling from scratch, you can use store-bought apple pie filling.
  • Serve the shortcakes warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Apple cinnamon shortcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a flaky crust, tender crumb, and sweet and tangy apple filling, these shortcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these apple cinnamon shortcakes a try.

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