Fresh Apples Foster Shortcake

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Fresh Apples Foster Shortcake
45 min.
6
635kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Fresh Apples Foster Shortcake, a vegetarian dessert that perfectly marries the sweetness of apples with the richness of buttery shortcake. This recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this scrumptious dessert without spending all day in the kitchen.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked shortcakes wafting through your home, complemented by the warm, spiced apple filling simmering on the stove. The combination of Golden Delicious apples, dark rum, and a hint of cinnamon creates a mouthwatering filling that is both comforting and indulgent. Each bite of the soft, flaky shortcake paired with the luscious apple mixture is sure to transport you to dessert heaven.

This recipe serves six, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether you choose to enjoy it warm or topped with a dollop of whipped cream, the Fresh Apples Foster Shortcake is a delightful way to celebrate the flavors of the season. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite dessert that is sure to impress and satisfy any sweet tooth!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup apple juice 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • teaspoon cinnamon sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cornstarch 
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 cup rum dark
  • 1.8 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • 2.5 lb golden delicious apples peeled sliced
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 lb butter unsalted cut into small pieces
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. Place rack in upper third of oven; preheat oven to 400F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. Combine flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder and salt. Using your fingers, 2 knives or a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in milk with a fork just until mixture is evenly moistened.
  3. Spoon heaping 1/4 cupfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheet to make six rounds.
  4. Sprinkle tops with cinnamon sugar.
  5. Bake until golden, 18 to 20 minutes.
  6. Let cool on a rack.
  7. Make filling: Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  8. Add apples and cook, stirring, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  9. Add brown sugar, cinnamon and salt; cook until sugar has melted, about 1 minute.
  10. Combine apple juice, rum and cornstarch in a small bowl.
  11. Add to skillet and cook, stirring, until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Allow sauce to cool and thicken, about 5 minutes.
  12. To serve, cut biscuits in half horizontally.
  13. Place bottoms Fresh Apples Foster Shortcake on individual serving plates. Spoon apple mixture onto biscuit bottoms and replace biscuit tops.
  14. Serve warm with whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories635kcal
Protein3.67%
Fat36.53%
Carbs59.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72.99
Glycemic Load
35.46
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.777391226395%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.97mg
Peonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
2.72mg
Epigallocatechin
0.49mg
Epicatechin
15.2mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.36mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Quercetin
7.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:635.16kcal
31.76%
Fat:24.61g
37.87%
Saturated Fat:15.19g
94.91%
Carbohydrates:90.67g
30.22%
Net Carbohydrates:84.97g
30.9%
Sugar:50g
55.55%
Cholesterol:64.36mg
21.45%
Sodium:549mg
23.87%
Alcohol:6.68g
100%
Alcohol %:2.34%
100%
Protein:5.56g
11.12%
Calcium:236.69mg
23.67%
Fiber:5.71g
22.83%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.83%
Selenium:13.69µg
19.55%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.06%
Folate:73.43µg
18.36%
Vitamin A:857.71IU
17.15%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.88%
Phosphorus:160mg
16%
Iron:2.43mg
13.49%
Vitamin B3:2.41mg
12.04%
Vitamin C:8.89mg
10.77%
Potassium:341.07mg
9.74%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.92%
Copper:0.13mg
6.41%
Magnesium:25.37mg
6.34%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.23%
Vitamin K:6.39µg
6.08%
Vitamin D:0.76µg
5.06%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.55%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.54%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.38%
Source:My Recipes