Craving a dessert that tastes like pure indulgence but won't derail your healthy eating goals? Get ready to fall in love with this mouthwatering Lighter Peach Shortcake that combines the juicy sweetness of fresh peaches, a fluffy low-fat biscuit base, and a cloud of whipped cream! This Bobby Deen-inspired recipe proves that healthy desserts can be absolutely irresistible, transforming classic comfort food into a lighter, more nutritious treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced fresh peaches
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups low-fat biscuit mix
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whipped cream (light)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the peaches. Wash and slice 4 cups of fresh peaches, removing the pits. Place the sliced peaches in a large mixing bowl.
- Add 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the bowl with the peaches. Gently toss the mixture together until the peaches are evenly coated with sugar and vanilla. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the peaches to release their juices.
- While the peaches are macerating, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In another mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of low-fat biscuit mix with 1/2 cup of skim milk and 1/4 cup of melted unsalted butter. Stir the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or butter. Pour the biscuit batter into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Once the peaches have released their juices, spoon the peach mixture evenly over the biscuit batter in the baking dish. Do not stir; the peaches should sit on top of the batter.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the biscuit comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the peach shortcake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- To serve, spoon a generous portion of the peach shortcake onto individual plates and top each serving with a dollop of light whipped cream.
- Enjoy your Lighter Peach Shortcake, savoring the delicious combination of fresh peaches and fluffy biscuit topped with whipped cream!
Tips
- Choose ripe, fragrant peaches for the most intense flavor. Look for fruits that yield slightly when gently pressed.
- Let peaches macerate (sit with sugar) for at least 10 minutes to release natural juices and enhance sweetness.
- Be careful not to overmix the biscuit batter - lumpy batter creates a more tender, flaky texture.
- Use a light hand when spreading the batter to ensure an even bake.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of almond extract to the peach mixture.
- Serve warm for the most delightful texture and flavor experience.
- If you want to make it ahead, the shortcake can be stored in the refrigerator and gently reheated before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 346kcal
Carbohydrates: 59g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 23mg
