Shortcakes with Spiced and Citrus Plums Recipe

Name: Shortcakes with Spiced and Citrus Plums
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups flour, all-purpose; 1/2 cup rolled oats; 1/2 cup brown sugar pakced; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup butter, unsalted cold and cut into small pieces; ⅔ cup milk whole fat; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 pound plums firm but ripe, halved, pitted, each cut into 4 wedges; 5 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons lemon juice fresh; 1/2 teaspoon ginger ground; ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon ground; 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream cold; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Servings: persons

2 cups flour, all-purpose
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup brown sugar pakced
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, unsalted cold and cut into small pieces
⅔ cup milk whole fat
2 teaspoons sugar
1 pound plums firm but ripe, halved, pitted, each cut into 4 wedges
5 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice fresh
1/2 teaspoon ginger ground
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon ground
2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream cold
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

1
For the shortcakes:
2
Preheat oven to 425F.
3
Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
4
Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder and salt in large bowl.
5
Using fingertips, rub in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal.
6
Add milk; stir until dough forms.
7
Drop dough onto prepared baking sheet, forming six 2 1/2-inch-diameter biscuits and spacing 3 inches apart.
8
Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons sugar.
9
Bake until biscuits are golden and tester inserted into biscuit comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
10
Transfer to rack.
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(Can be made 8 hours ahead.
12
Cool.
13
Store airtight at room temperature.)
14
For the fruit:
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Mix together plums, 13 cup sugar, lemon juice, ginger and cinnamon in heavy medium saucepan.
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Cook over medium heat until plums release their juices but are still firm, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes.
17
Stir in butter until melts.
18
Let cool for a couple of minutes.
19
Add cream and powdered sugar in large bowl with electric mixer, beat until stiff peaks form.
20
Using serrated knife, slice off top 13 of biscuits.
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Place biscuit bottoms onto dessert plates.
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Add half of plum mixture over biscuits evenly.
23
Top with whipped cream.
24
Spoon remaining plum mixture equally over cream.
25
Arrange biscuit tops over plum mixture.
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Serve.

916

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups flour, all-purpose, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar pakced, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Shortcakes with Spiced and Citrus Plums falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Shortcakes with Spiced and Citrus Plums

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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