Creamy Shortcake a La Onion
Delight your taste buds with the unexpected fusion of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors in this unique and delicious recipe for Creamy Shortcake a La Onion. Fluffy, golden shortcakes, baked to perfection, serve as the foundation for a sumptuous topping of velvety caramelized onions bathed in a rich cream sauce. The secret lies in the harmonious blend of tender, buttery biscuits with the natural sweetness of slow-cooked onions, enhanced by a subtle touch of black pepper and optional fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. This versatile dish is perfect for an indulgent brunch, an elegant appetizer, or as a show-stopping side for your favorite savory meals. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is a creative twist on classic comfort food that will leave you craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 2 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold diced butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the milk gradually, stirring just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead gently a few times, and then roll it out to about 1-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out shortcakes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the shortcakes in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, until they’re golden brown. Remove and let them cool slightly.
While the biscuits are baking, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet, stirring occasionally, and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until they are soft and caramelized. Reduce the heat as needed to avoid burning.
Once the onions are caramelized, pour in the heavy cream and add black pepper. Stir well and simmer for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
To serve, split each shortcake in half. Spoon the creamy caramelized onions over the bottom half, then top with the other half of the shortcake.
Garnish with fresh parsley (optional) and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.5 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.5 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 586 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 2706 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 904 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
