Spiced Shortcakes with Minted Peaches Recipe

Name: Spiced Shortcakes with Minted Peaches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 firm-ripe large peach; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon heavy cream; 1/4 cup well-chilled heavy cream; 1 teaspoon granulated sugar; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

1 firm-ripe large peach
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon heavy cream
1/4 cup well-chilled heavy cream
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla

1
Make filling: In a small saucepan of boiling water blanch peach 1 minute and drain.
2
Peel and pit peach and slice thin.
3
In a small bowl toss peach slices with sugar, mint, and lemon juice.
4
Make shortcakes: Preheat oven to 425F.
5
In a small bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch salt.
6
Add cream and stir with a fork until mixture just forms a dough.
7
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and with floured hands pat into a 6- by 3-inch rectangle.
8
With a sharp knife trim edges and halve dough crosswise to form two 3-inch squares.
9
Arrange dough squares 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake in middle of oven until golden, 12 to 15 minutes.
10
(Squares will spread more than they will rise.)
11
Transfer shortcakes to a rack and cool 10 minutes.
12
Make whipped cream: In a small bowl with an egg beater or electric mixer beat cream with sugar until it just holds soft peaks and beat in vanilla.
13
Split shortcakes with a serrated knife and put a bottom half on each of 2 plates.
14
Top with peaches and any liquid, whipped cream, and shortcake tops.

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 firm-ripe large peach, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Spiced Shortcakes with Minted Peaches 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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Spiced Shortcakes with Minted Peaches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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