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Published: Jul 13, 2020 ยท Last Updated On: May 2, 2024 by Natasha Minocha

Peach Shortcake

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Peach shortcake, with creamy sweetness in every bite, is a balmy delight. The fluffy biscuits paired with juicy fruit are a feast for the senses. The whipped yogurt just ties it together in a subtly honeyed ribbon.

Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

Think summer on a plate. The slow dancing balance of flavors and textures is simply elegant, with each morsel melting in your mouth like ambrosia.

Popularly they are split in half, topped with whipped cream and strawberries, and then relished. But since strawberries are a few months away, I gave them a peachy twist. With a healthier and lighter touch!

What is a shortcake?

A great shortcake is like a fluffy, flaky scone, only better. In the traditional sense (read: American), they are biscuits so light and tender that they greedily soak up the juices and flavor of the fruit stacked inside.

Shortcakes are so-called because the liquid ingredients are mixed with dry just enough to form a crumbly dough that has โ€˜shortโ€™ gluten strands.

To me, they are reminiscent of sumptuous high tea treats. They are also godsend saviors because you can freeze shortcakes. I just need to pull them out when the urge for a quick dessert strikes or when guests pop over unexpectedly.

Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

How to Make a Peach Shortcake?

There is nothing easier than making a peach shortcake and from start to finish, it takes only 40 to 45 minutes!

You combine raw sugar, all-purpose flour, quinoa flour, and baking powder and then cut in cubed, chilled butter with your fingertips to get a coarse breadcrumb-like texture.

I mixed in quinoa flour, to make these biscuits a touch more wholesome. In order to avoid refined sugar, I used raw sugar here. And it works very well!

To this, lightly whisk in homemade almond milk with a fork and then gently bring it together using your hands.

I didnโ€™t use a rolling pin to shape the dough. Instead, with floured hands, I patted it into a round shape and then cut it using a cookie cutter. 

Process of making Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

Quick notes

Make sure your butter and milk are cold, because thatโ€™s what gives the peach shortcake the tender, flaky layers our souls crave for in desserts.

If you can still feel clumps of butter, donโ€™t worry. They create tiny, airy pockets in the dough and help it rise better.

You donโ€™t need to knead the dough, just pat it. Itโ€™ll be moist to touch, so when youโ€™re rolling it, keep the surface and your hands well-floured. 

Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

Baking the peach shortcake

Place the cut dough in a tray, and let the oven do its magic for 15 minutes.

Right before, I slid the shortcakes in the oven, I brushed them with almond milk and topped with cinnamon and sugar mixture, but this step is entirely optional. If you donโ€™t have the time, please feel free to skip it. 

While the shortcakes bake, get to macerating the peaches because no matter how good the biscuits are, the leading lady of this dessert is the fruit. 

Macerating peaches for Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

Macerating tenderizes the peaches just a touch and helps draw out the liquid. Think of it as a sweet, peach-flavored syrup to soak into your biscuits.

To macerate, toss the cut peach slices with sugar and let it sit until the juices start to flow, and the fruit is soft, luscious, and flavorful.

Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

Serving the Peach Shortcake

Shortcakes are extra versatile. Not only can you make them ahead, but can also serve them in endless combinations. 

They are gorgeous on their own with a bit of butter or jam slathered. Just remember to let the shortcake cool a bit before you dig in. Or you can serve them with whipped cream and peaches.

I took the easy, and healthier way out and used yogurt. Iโ€™d been yearning to try a brand-new coconut yogurt thatโ€™s launched here, and I finally got my hands on some. 

So, my peach shortcakes were served with whipped coconut yogurt, a few extra slices of peaches on the side, and slivers of roasted almond. Needless to say, none of us came up for air until all that was left were clean plates.

Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

The coconut yogurt was surprisingly mellow, very thick, and utterly creamy. In short, really good. It makes a great substitute for Greek yogurt, which is another fantastic accompaniment for peach shortcake.

You can, of course, just opt for the traditional whipped cream.

Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

Variations of peach shortcake

You can serve shortcakes with myriads of fruits. Strawberries are an obvious choice, but cherries and plums make a brilliant swap. Fresh mangoes, apricots, or even berries will do if thatโ€™s where you taste buds lie.  

The versatility of shortcake is not limited to the boundaries of fruits. You can add a hint of cinnamon in the dough or even lemon zest. Try drizzling some honey or maple syrup to make the shortcake a tad sweeter.

For a dairy-free, vegan peach shortcake use chilled coconut oil instead of butter. It was too hot and humid here for my coconut oil to chill properly; otherwise, I wouldโ€™ve opted for it in a jiffy.

Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

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Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

Peach Shortcake

Natasha Minocha
Peach shortcake, with creamy sweetness in every bite, is a balmy delight. The fluffy biscuits paired with juicy fruit are a feast for the senses. The whipped yogurt just ties it together in a subtly honeyed ribbon.
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Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine British
Servings 10 Shortcakes
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

Shortcake / Biscuits

  • 2 cups All purpose flour
  • 1 cup Quinoa flour You can substitute with all-purpose flour or any flour of your choice.
  • 1/4 cup Raw sugar
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1/2 cup Butter, chilled and cubed You can use chilled coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup Almond milk You can use any milk or even cream

Peach Filling

  • 4 Peaches, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Raw sugar
  • 3/4 -1 cup Coconut yogurt or Plain Greek yogurt, whipped You can also use sweetened whipped cream
  • 1-2 tsp Honey Optional

Instructions
 

Peach Filling

  • Combine the sliced peaches and raw sugar gently in a bowl. Let this mixture sit for 15-20 minutes.

Shortcakes /Biscuits

  • Preheat your oven to 200C. Line a baking tray with baking paper or Silpat.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together all purpose, quinoa flour, baking powder and raw sugar.
  • Add the cubed butter and using your fingertips, cut into the dry ingredients until it looks like coarse breadcrumbs.
  • Pour in the milk. Stir it all together until the mixture comes together like a scraggy dough.
  • Turn it out to a floured surface and gently it bring it together in a ball. We don't need to knead the dough.
  • Flour your hands and pat the dough into a 1" thick circle. Use round cookie cutter to cut into 10-12 circles.
  • Gently place these on the prepared tray. Brush with almond milk and sprinkle over the cinnamon - sugar mixture.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
  • Let the shortcakes cool.

Assembly

  • Once the shortcakes are cooled, split them in half. Spoon over the yogurt or whipped cream and the peaches over the bottom half. Drizzle over some honey if you want. Cover with the second half of the shortcake /biscuit.
  • Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 238mgPotassium: 107mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 484IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 108mgIron: 2mg
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Peach Shortcake | Easy eggless shortcake recipe

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