Finally – a dessert that showcases the wonderful combination of summer peaches and fresh basil. I defy anyone who tries this to resist having seconds and asking for the recipe.
Peach-Basil Shortcakes
Finally - a dessert that showcases the wonderful combination of summer peaches and fresh basil. I defy anyone who tries this to resist having seconds and asking for the recipe.
Ready In: 50 minutes
Level: Medium
Prep: 32 minutes
Cook: 18 minutes
Yields: 8 Servings
- 2 lbs peaches (10 small or 7 medium-size)
- 1/3 c sugar
- 2 Tbsp thinly sliced basil
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 1/4 c Stonyfield Organic Low Fat Smooth & Creamy Vanilla Yogurt
- 1/4 c buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 3/4 c flour plus additional for dusting
- 1/3 c plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/3 c Stonyfield Organic Heavy Whipping Cream
Ingredients
Filling
Shortcakes
directions
Filling:
Step 1
Cut peaches in half and remove pits. Finely dice two of the peach halves; set aside. Slice remaining peaches into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place in a medium-size bowl with sugar, basil and lemon juice; set aside.
Shortcakes:
Step 1
Heat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, blend together 3/4 cup of the yogurt, buttermilk, egg, oil and lemon zest. Stir in diced peaches.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix flour, 1/3 cup of the sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Make a well in flour mixture; add yogurt mixture to well. Gently stir just until evenly moistened and dough comes together.
Step 3
Place dough on a lightly floured work surface and with floured hands shape into a 14-inch log. With a floured knife, cut into 10 equal pieces, each about 1 1/2-inches thick. Shape each piece into a 4-inch round. Transfer to baking sheet. Brush rounds with a little water, then sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of the remaining sugar.
Step 4
Bake for about 18 minutes, or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove to a wire rack and cool completely.
Step 5
Meanwhile, whip heavy cream with remaining 1 tablespoon sugar to medium-stiff peaks. Fold in remaining 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt.
Step 6
Cut each shortcake horizontally in half. Place each bottom half on a platter or plate. Spoon a little juice from the peaches onto each, then divide peaches and whipped cream among shortcakes. Cover with top half of shortcake, cut side down and serve.
