APPLE-CINNAMON SHORTCAKES

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



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.

Rana Abid
[email protected]

These apple cinnamon shortcakes were delicious! The apple filling was especially good.


tan jam
[email protected]

These shortcakes were easy to make and turned out great. I will definitely be making these again.


Daniel Branda
[email protected]

I love this recipe! The shortcakes are always a hit with my family and friends.


Jodie Mitchell
[email protected]

These shortcakes were delicious! The biscuits were fluffy and the apple filling was perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making these again.


NANSUBUGA FAITH ANNIE
[email protected]

The biscuits were a bit too dense, but the apple filling was delicious. I would try a different biscuit recipe next time.


Eldad Enobhayisobo
[email protected]

These shortcakes were a bit too bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Josh Gott
[email protected]

I've made these shortcakes several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.


NotChris
[email protected]

These shortcakes were amazing! I made them for a potluck and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them.


Mustafa Nurein
[email protected]

The biscuits were a bit dry, but the apple filling was delicious. I would try a different biscuit recipe next time.


mwangi ndirangu
[email protected]

These shortcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Charles Ledesma
[email protected]

I love this recipe! The shortcakes are always a hit with my family and friends. They're easy to make and always turn out perfect.


Gibe Media
[email protected]

These apple cinnamon shortcakes were delicious! The biscuits were fluffy and the apple filling was perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making these again.


Sithija Lakmal
[email protected]

These shortcakes were easy to make and turned out great. The apple filling was especially good. I will definitely be making these again.


Rona Cottrell
[email protected]

I made these shortcakes for a brunch party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! The biscuits were light and flaky, and the apple filling was perfectly spiced.


Hotshotz Automotive
[email protected]

I've tried many apple cinnamon shortcake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Eddyo Music
[email protected]

These apple cinnamon shortcakes were a hit with my family! The biscuits were fluffy and moist, and the apple filling was sweet and tart. The glaze added a nice finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again.