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    Amazing Peach Caramel Shortcake (gluten-free)

    Jul 29, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    If caramel peach pie and strawberry shortcake had a baby, it would be this amazing peach caramel shortcake. It's fresh, delicious, and very hard to put down!

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    This recipe for peach caramel shortcake was developed when I wanted to combine my caramel peach pie recipe and my strawberry shortcake recipe. Ta-da! My peach caramel shortcake recipe was born. 

    The shortcakes hold up well in the oven without crumbling. They're the perfect mix of chewy and crispy that goes so well with sweet juicy peaches and fresh whipped cream. Nobody will even know it's gluten-free.

    The in-season peaches are sweetened with brown sugar, vanilla extract, and orange juice. The brown sugar gives that caramel flavor that makes this recipe so delicious.

    Jump to:
    • Ingredients in Peach Caramel Shortcake
    • How to Make Peach Caramel Shortcake
    • Substitutions for Caramel Peach Shortcake
    • Variations
    • Equipment I Use + Love
    • How do I store caramel peach shortcake?
    • How to Make Whipped Cream
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Top tip
    • Amazing Peach Caramel Shortcake (gluten-free)

    Ingredients in Peach Caramel Shortcake

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    • Fresh Peaches: ripe and in-season peaches are necessary to make this recipe.
    • Brown Sugar: this makes the caramel flavor shine in the peaches and caramel reduction.
    • Fresh Orange Juice: I use orange juice instead of lemon juice in this recipe.
    • Heavy Whipping Cream: Necessary!
    • Granulated Sugar: just a bit for the whipped cream.
    • Salt: I always use Redmond's Real Salt.
    • Baking Powder
    • Butter: cold, unsalted, cubed
    • Gluten-Free Flour: I used King Arthur's Gluten-Free Flour in this recipe. It's on sale right now!!
    • Vanilla Extract: this brings out the peach flavor.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    How to Make Peach Caramel Shortcake

    Shortcake

    Preheat the oven to 450 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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    In a food processor, combine gluten-free flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Pulse the flour mixture a few times.

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    Pour the heavy cream into the mix master while pulsing. Stop when all the cream is combined.

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    Slowly add the cubes of cold butter while pulsing the food processor. Stop when the dough forms a rough ball.

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    Roll the ball onto a floured surface and work into a ½-inch thick circle. Use a 3-inch circular cookie cutter to cut out the cakes.

    Line the cakes on the prepared baking sheet with the edges all touching each other. No need to space them out.

    Brush the tops of each cake with a tiny bit of heavy cream. Use 1 teaspoon of heavy cream for all the cakes combined.

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    Chill the prepared baking sheet in the freezer for 15 minutes. Then, bake for 20 minutes.

    The tops should be golden brown when done.

    Peach Topping

    Combine the diced peaches, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and fresh orange juice in a large bowl. Stir.

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    Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps the brown sugar break down.

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    Caramel Sauce

    Take the peaches out of the refrigerator and scoop out all the liquid from the bottom of the bowl.

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    Pour the liquid into a saucepan and heat on medium heat while stirring constantly.

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    Bring the mixture to a roaring boil and pour in 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Continue stirring for two more minutes.

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    Remove the saucepan from heat and let the caramel cool. It should coat the back of a spoon.

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    Assembly

    Whip the 1 cup of heavy cream using an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Add 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Stop when the cream forms soft peaks.

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    Place a shortcake on the plate and top with the peaches and whipped cream. Top with another shortcake and top with the peaches and whipped cream.

    Drizzle the caramel sauce on top.

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    Hint: Bake the shortcakes close together (the edges touching) so they rise a bit.

    Substitutions for Caramel Peach Shortcake

    • Heavy cream - you may substitute the heavy cream in the shortbread dough and the caramel with almond milk. Almond milk will not be a good substitute for the whipped cream on top, though.

    Variations

    • Vanilla Extract - add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the whipped cream.
    • Dairy-Free Whipped Cream - use dairy-free whipped cream instead of heavy whipped cream.
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    Equipment I Use + Love

    • Round Cookie Cutter - I use this set all the time.
    • Rolling Pin - great to use for this recipe. You can also use a wine bottle.
    • Cookie Sheet - needed for baking the cookies.
    • Precut parchment paper - a must-have for any home cook or home baker.
    • Glass mixing bowls - are a great alternative to plastic mixing bowls that can be toxic.
    • Spatula - I love this spatula because it's very sturdy.
    • Electric Mixer - this one is such a pretty blue color!

    How do I store caramel peach shortcake?

    Store all components of the caramel peach shortcake separately. Store the shortcakes in an airtight container at room temperature. Store the peaches in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Store the whipped cream and caramel in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

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    How to Make Whipped Cream

    Whip the 1 cup of heavy cream using an electric mixer. Add 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Stop when soft peaks form. If you like your whipped cream thicker, don't stop mixing until stiff peaks form.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make whipped cream without an electric mixer?

    You can use a jar with a lid. Shake for about 15 minutes until the whipped cream is stiff.

    Can I use canned peaches for this recipe?

    Yes, you can use canned peaches for this recipe. Although, if you can find fresh peaches, I would recommend using them. Fresh peaches are better in this recipe.

    How can I tell if a peach is ripe?

    A peach is ripe if it is slightly soft. It's the same way you can tell if an avocado is ripe.

    Top tip

    Use a round cookie cutter to make sure all the shortcakes are the same. I use this set HERE.

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    Amazing Peach Caramel Shortcake (gluten-free)

    If caramel peach pie and strawberry shortcake had a baby, it would be this amazing peach caramel shortcake. It's fresh, delicious, and very hard to put down!
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Chilling Time 15 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American

    Equipment

    • Round Cookie Cutter
    • Rolling Pin
    • Cookie sheet
    • Precut parchment paper
    • Glass mixing bowls
    • Spatula
    • Electric mixer

    Ingredients
      

    Shortcake

    • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 6 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1 ¼ cup cold unsalted butter cubed
    • 1 ½ cup heavy cream
    • 4 cups gluten-free flour

    Peach Topping

    • 2 cups ripe peaches diced
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
    • 1 cup heavy cream

    Caramel Sauce

    • Sauce from the bottom of the peach bowl
    • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

    Instructions
     

    Shortcake

    • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a food processor, combine gluten-free flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Pulse the flour mixture a few times.
    • Pour the heavy cream into the mix master while pulsing. Stop when all the cream is combined.
    • Slowly add the cubes of cold butter while pulsing the food processor. Stop when the dough forms a rough ball.
    • Roll the ball onto a floured surface and work into a ½-inch thick circle. Use a 3-inch circular cookie cutter to cut out the cakes.
    • Line the cakes on the prepared baking sheet with the edges all touching each other. No need to space them out.
    • Brush the tops of each cake with a tiny bit of heavy cream. Use 1 teaspoon of heavy cream for all the cakes combined.
    • Chill the prepared baking sheet in the freezer for 15 minutes. Then, bake for 20 minutes.
    • The tops should be golden brown when done.

    Peach Topping

    • Combine the diced peaches, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and fresh orange juice in a large bowl. Stir. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps the brown sugar break down.

    Caramel Sauce

    • Take the peaches out of the refrigerator and scoop out all the liquid from the bottom of the bowl.
    • Pour the liquid into a saucepan and heat on medium heat while stirring constantly.
    • Bring the mixture to a roaring boil and pour in 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Continue stirring for two more minutes.
    • Remove the saucepan from heat and let the caramel cool. It should coat the back of a spoon.

    Assembly

    • Whip the 1 cup of heavy cream using an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Add 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Stop when the cream forms soft peaks.
    • Place a shortcake on the plate and top with the peaches and whipped cream. Top with another shortcake and top with the peaches and whipped cream.
    • Drizzle the caramel sauce on top.

    Notes

    Bake the shortcakes close together (the edges touching) so they rise a bit.
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