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Flavorful Grilled Peach Shortcake Recipe with Easy Brown Sugar Whipped Cream

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A simple and delicious summer dessert featuring smoky grilled peaches, flaky shortcake, and caramel-kissed brown sugar whipped cream. Perfect for quick gatherings and savoring seasonal fruit.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2/3 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush peach halves with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle brown sugar on cut sides. Grill cut-side down for 3–4 minutes until charred and softened but holding shape. Flip and grill skin side for 2 minutes. Remove and cool slightly.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut cold butter into flour mixture using a pastry cutter or forks until coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits form.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk milk and egg together. Pour into flour mixture and stir gently until just combined; dough will be slightly sticky.
  4. Turn dough onto floured surface and pat into 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out 6 rounds with biscuit cutter or floured glass. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet or cast iron skillet, spaced apart. Bake 12–15 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  5. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for 10 minutes. Pour cold heavy cream into bowl, add brown sugar and vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3–4 minutes. Avoid overwhipping.
  6. Slice shortcakes in half horizontally. Place bottom half on plate, top with grilled peaches and a generous dollop of brown sugar whipped cream. Cap with top half and add extra cream and peaches if desired.
  7. Serve immediately while shortcake is warm and whipped cream is cool and fluffy.

Notes

Use firm but ripe peaches for best grilling results. Cold butter is essential for flaky shortcakes. Chill mixing tools before whipping cream to achieve soft peaks. Assemble just before serving for best texture. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and patted dry. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free baking blend. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter, almond milk, and coconut cream whipped with brown sugar.

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