Fresh Peach and Gingercream Shortcakes

Health score
2%
Fresh Peach and Gingercream Shortcakes
60 min.
6
507kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our Fresh Peach and Gingercream Shortcakes, a delightful dessert that celebrates the vibrant flavors of summer! This enchanting treat features tender, buttery shortcakes infused with the warm zest of crystallized ginger, perfectly paired with luscious fresh peaches. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy, making it a standout dessert that will impress your guests.

With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you don’t have to wait long to experience the deliciousness of this dessert. The shortcakes are baked to golden perfection, with a hint of ginger that adds a unique twist to the classic biscuit. The fresh peaches, tossed in sugar and ginger, offer a juicy burst of flavor that cuts through the richness of the whipped cream. Topped with a dollop of airy whipped cream, these shortcakes present beautifully, making them perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a special family dinner.

This recipe is not just about taste; it also brings the joy of baking into your kitchen. Each step allows you to connect with the ingredients, transforming simple elements into a delectable masterpiece. Treat yourself to a serving (or two!) of this delightful summer dessert and savor the perfect combination of flavors and textures. Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  • cups flour 
  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 cup butter salted diced chilled (1 stick)
  • 0.5 cup candied ginger divided finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup ginger ale 
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream chilled divided
  • large peaches halved thinly sliced
  • 13 tablespoons sugar divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, 6 tablespoons sugar, and baking powder in large bowl.
  3. Add butter; rub in with fingertips until very coarse meal forms (oatmeal-size flakes).
  4. Mix in 1/4 cup chopped ginger.
  5. Add ginger ale and 2 tablespoons cream. Toss until moist clumps form. Gather dough into 7-inch log.
  6. Cut crosswise into 6 equal rounds.
  7. Place on sheet, spaced apart. Shape each into 2 1/2-inch diameter round.
  8. Mix 1 tablespoon cream and 1 tablespoon sugar in small bowl; brush over top and sides of shortcakes.
  9. Bake shortcakes until golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, 20 to 22 minutes. Cool on sheet.
  10. Meanwhile, toss peaches in large bowl with 4 tablespoons sugar and remaining 1/4 cup chopped ginger.
  11. Whisk remaining 1 1/4 cups cream and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl to peaks.
  12. Halve shortcakes horizontally.
  13. Place bottoms on plates. Top each with peaches, whipped cream, and shortcake top.
  14. 2;Fat (g) 36.01;Saturated Fat (g)22.49;Cholesterol (mg)118.12;Carbohydrates (g)77.78;Dietary Fiber (g)2.63;Total Sugars (g)42.06;Net Carbs (g)75.15;Protein (g)6.08
  15. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories507kcal
Protein4.44%
Fat32.8%
Carbs62.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
65.06
Glycemic Load
46.79
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.540434829567%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.24mg
Catechin
5.74mg
Epigallocatechin
1.21mg
Epicatechin
2.73mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.35mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Quercetin
0.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:507.12kcal
25.36%
Fat:18.86g
29.01%
Saturated Fat:11.53g
72.09%
Carbohydrates:81.17g
27.06%
Net Carbohydrates:78.29g
28.47%
Sugar:46.67g
51.85%
Cholesterol:49.15mg
16.38%
Sodium:355.06mg
15.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.74g
11.48%
Selenium:17.17µg
24.53%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
23.84%
Folate:84.12µg
21.03%
Vitamin A:963.31IU
19.27%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.96%
Vitamin B3:3.41mg
17.07%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.73%
Iron:2.61mg
14.5%
Calcium:138.78mg
13.88%
Phosphorus:123.38mg
12.34%
Fiber:2.88g
11.52%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.23%
Copper:0.16mg
7.87%
Vitamin C:4.83mg
5.85%
Potassium:199.7mg
5.71%
Magnesium:20.14mg
5.03%
Vitamin K:5.19µg
4.94%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.05%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4.01%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.53%
Source:Epicurious