Bourbon-Glazed Peach Shortcake Skillet
This Bourbon-Glazed Peach Shortcake Skillet is an irresistible blend of juicy peaches, warm bourbon glaze, and cinnamon-spiced shortcake topped with almond whipped cream.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Turkey bacon cooked and crumbled (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons bourbon for glaze
Instructions
Prepare the Bourbon Peach Glaze
- In a large oven-safe skillet, combine the sliced peaches, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, vanilla extract, and about 2 tablespoons of bourbon. Stir gently to coat the peaches evenly.
- Turn the heat to medium and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the peaches start to soften and the sugar dissolves into a syrupy glaze. Set aside.
Make the Shortcake Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon.
- Add the softened butter and work it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Slowly add the milk while gently stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Assemble and Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the shortcake batter evenly over the glazed peaches in the skillet, spreading gently.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the shortcake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Whipped Cream
- Pour heavy cream into a chilled bowl. Add powdered sugar and almond extract.
- Whip with a hand or stand mixer until soft peaks form. Do not overbeat.
Serve
- Remove skillet from oven and let cool a few minutes. Spoon portions onto plates and top with almond whipped cream and crumbled turkey bacon if desired.
Equipment
- Large oven-safe skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Pastry Cutter
- Hand Mixer
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to keep them intact during cooking and baking.
- For a stronger bourbon flavor, add an extra tablespoon to the glaze; omit for alcohol-free version.
- Softened (not melted) butter ensures a tender, flaky shortcake texture.
- Chill mixing bowl and beaters to achieve perfect whipped cream.
- If no oven-safe skillet is available, use a baking dish for the peach mixture before adding batter.