Apple-Cinnamon Shortcakes

By Addie

Putting a spin on a summertime favorite, we topped tender shortcakes with delightful sauteed apples. The humble dessert is true comfort! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Ingredients

• FILLING:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup plus 4 teaspoons melted butter, divided
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• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 4 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a small bowl, combine cream and 1/2 cup butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.


Drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Brush with remaining butter; sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly.


For filling, in a large skillet, melt butter. Add apples; saute until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Gently split warm shortcakes in half horizontally. Top bottom halves with apple mixture; replace tops. Serve immediately. Yield: 8 servings.
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REVIEW:

I made this over the weekend as written for my daughter and 2 granddaughters. They loved it! The recipe was passed on to her. Thank you. Easy and a great dessert.