FRESH PEACH AND GINGERCREAM SHORTCAKES

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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

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Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all purpose flour
13 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled salted butter, diced
1/2 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger, divided
1/2 cup ginger ale
3 tablespoons plus 1 1/4 cups chilled heavy whipping cream, divided
4 large peaches, halved, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk flour, 6 tablespoons sugar, and baking powder in large bowl. Add butter; rub in with fingertips until very coarse meal forms (oatmeal-size flakes). Mix in 1/4 cup chopped ginger. Add ginger ale and 2 tablespoons cream. Toss until moist clumps form. Gather dough into 7-inch log. Cut crosswise into 6 equal rounds. Place on sheet, spaced apart. Shape each into 2 1/2-inch diameter round. Mix 1 tablespoon cream and 1 tablespoon sugar in small bowl; brush over top and sides of shortcakes.
  • Bake shortcakes until golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, 20 to 22 minutes. Cool on sheet.
  • Meanwhile, toss peaches in large bowl with 4 tablespoons sugar and remaining 1/4 cup chopped ginger. Whisk remaining 1 1/4 cups cream and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl to peaks.
  • Halve shortcakes horizontally. Place bottoms on plates. Top each with peaches, whipped cream, and shortcake top.

ZainNi Sheikh
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I can't wait to try making these shortcakes with different fruits.


Baluku Malcom
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These shortcakes were a great way to use up my fresh peaches.


Mona Darus
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I'm definitely going to be making these shortcakes again and again.


godzilla firends
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These shortcakes were the perfect ending to our summer cookout.


Jesse Wageche
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I made these shortcakes for my boyfriend and he loved them! He said they were the best shortcakes he's ever had.


Saugat Gajmer
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These shortcakes were so good, I ate two of them!


Timcha Gregory
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I'm not a baker, but these shortcakes turned out great! I was really impressed with myself.


Suraiya Jannat
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These shortcakes were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were absolutely delicious.


Kularathna Bandara
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I would definitely make these shortcakes again. They were a hit with my family and friends.


soufian essoaidi
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These shortcakes were easy to make and they looked beautiful, but the flavor was just okay.


Marieta Veleva
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The biscuits were a bit dry, but the peaches and ginger-cream filling were delicious.


Shara Green
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These shortcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable.


Fidgets _Cool
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I loved the combination of flavors in these shortcakes. The peaches were sweet and juicy, the ginger-cream filling was tangy and refreshing, and the biscuits were buttery and flaky.


Michele Kircher
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These shortcakes were perfect for a summer brunch. They were light and refreshing, and the peaches were perfectly ripe.


yoish
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I'm not usually a fan of shortcakes, but these were delicious! The ginger-cream filling was a game-changer.


Ali Samaila
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These shortcakes were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I loved the crunch of the biscuit, the sweetness of the peaches, and the creaminess of the filling.


Henry kawempe
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I made these shortcakes for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of peaches and ginger. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were stunning.


Raja Azan
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These shortcakes were a delightful summer treat! The peaches were perfectly ripe and juicy, and the ginger-cream filling was the perfect complement. The biscuits were light and fluffy, and the whole dessert came together beautifully.