Amaretto-Glazed Pear Shortcake
Amaretto is an Italian liqueur with a sweet almond flavor, which pairs perfectly with the pears in this shortcake.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Amaretto-Glazed Pear Shortcake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Stir in the milk and amaretto liqueur until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
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Arrange the sliced pears on top of the batter. Drizzle with additional amaretto liqueur.
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Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, sprinkle with powdered sugar and sliced almonds.
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Serve with whipped cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 28g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
