Apple Cinnamon Shortcakes

Sadly, #AppleWeek is coming to a close. I hope you've enjoyed all the amazing apple recipes that have been shared! I've had a great time participating and look forward to more events in the future.

We are huge fans of traditional shortcake. I was very excited to see this fall spin on it. I made no changes at all to the recipe, and my shortcakes baked in 19 minutes. I added a drizzle of caramel to my serving, the guys enjoyed theirs with whipped cream. Thank you so much to the Taste of Home Test Kitchen for this amazing new family favorite!

* Exported from MasterCook *

                        Apple-Cinnamon Shortcakes

2               cups all-purpose flour
2        tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar -- divided
3          teaspoons baking powder
1           teaspoon ground cinnamon
     1/2      teaspoon salt
1                cup heavy whipping cream
     1/2           cup plus 4 teaspoons melted butter -- divided
                        FILLING:
     1/4           cup butter -- cubed
4              large tart apples -- peeled and sliced
     1/2           cup packed brown sugar
     1/2      teaspoon ground cinnamon
     1/8      teaspoon ground nutmeg

In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a small bowl, combine cream and 1/2 cup butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.

Drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Brush with remaining butter; sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly.

For filling, in a large skillet, melt butter. Add apples; saute until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Gently split warm shortcakes in half horizontally. Top bottom halves with apple mixture; replace tops. Serve immediately. Yield: 8 servings.

Source:
"http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/apple-cinnamon-shortcakes?trkid=ZFB1015"