BLUEBERRY-PEACH SHORTCAKES

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I like to freeze half of the shortcakes to enjoy later. With its juicy peaches, ripe blueberries and fresh basil, this recipe is perfect for spring and summer. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 shortcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
3/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
FILLING:
2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberries
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cups sliced peeled fresh peaches or frozen sliced peaches, thawed
SHORTCAKES:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 4 teaspoons sugar, divided
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup 2% milk
Vanilla ice cream or whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine sugar, water and basil; bring to boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat; let stand 30 minutes., Strain syrup through a fine-mesh strainer; discard basil. Return syrup to skillet. Add blueberries and butter; bring just to a boil. Gently stir in peaches; heat through. Cool 30 minutes., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°. For shortcakes, in a large bowl, whisk flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk sour cream and milk until blended; stir into flour mixture just until moistened., Drop dough by 1/3 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool slightly. , To serve, split shortcakes in half. Fill with fruit mixture. If desired, serve with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

RUBY NAJ
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shortcakes turned out great! The biscuits were golden brown and the fruit filling was delicious. I served them with whipped cream and they were a hit.


Rebecca Okai
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These shortcakes were amazing! The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the fruit filling was perfectly balanced. I loved the combination of blueberries and peaches. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Rajan RB
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These shortcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still pretty good. The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I'd probably make them again, but I'd use less sugar next time.


Bhatti Bhatti
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I'm not a big fan of shortcakes, but these were actually really good! The biscuits were moist and flavorful, and the fruit filling was perfectly balanced. I'd definitely recommend trying this recipe.


Viviana Martinez
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These shortcakes were easy to make and turned out great! The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the fruit filling was delicious. I served them with ice cream and they were a perfect summer dessert.


Kinzha Rani
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I made these shortcakes for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.


Osei Ellen
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These shortcakes were a bit of a disappointment. The biscuits were dry and crumbly, and the fruit filling was too sweet. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Eddrick Steele
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shortcakes turned out great! The biscuits were golden brown and the fruit filling was delicious. I served them with whipped cream and they were a hit.


mdraihanmia Sarkar
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These shortcakes were amazing! The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the fruit filling was perfectly balanced. I loved the combination of blueberries and peaches. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Safdar Nazeer
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These shortcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still pretty good. The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I'd probably make them again, but I'd use less sugar next time.


Aftab Manzar
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I'm not a huge fan of shortcakes, but these were actually really good! The biscuits were moist and flavorful, and the fruit filling was perfectly balanced. I'd definitely recommend trying this recipe.


Sirtaj safi
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These shortcakes were easy to make and turned out great! The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the fruit filling was sweet and juicy. I'll definitely be making these again.


Suresh Officeal
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I was a bit disappointed with these shortcakes. The biscuits were a little dry and the fruit filling was too tart for my taste. I probably won't be making these again.


Jipp Tfx7
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These shortcakes were so good! The biscuits were perfectly golden brown and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I'd definitely recommend this recipe.


Joselyn Olivarria
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I've made these shortcakes twice now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I especially love the fresh fruit filling.


Yadav Avash
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These blueberry peach shortcakes were a huge hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet, juicy berries and tangy peaches was perfect, and the biscuits were light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.