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Rustic Cherry Shortcake

Rustic Cherry Shortcake (5 PTS recipe image
This rustic shortcake offers a comforting twist on traditional desserts, using crunchy French bread as a base for a vibrant medley of fresh cherries, pineapple, and blueberries. The fruit is gently warmed with sugar and pineapple juice, creating a saucy, sweet-tart topping that contrasts beautifully with the crisp, cinnamon-dusted bread. Finished with a dollop of cool vanilla yogurt, this dish balances textures and flavors perfectly. It is an ideal weeknight treat or a light dessert for casual gatherings, requiring minimal effort for maximum satisfaction.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 417.1
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This rustic shortcake offers a comforting twist on traditional desserts, using crunchy French bread as a base for a vibrant medley of fresh cherries, pineapple, and blueberries. The fruit is gently warmed with sugar and pineapple juice, creating a saucy, sweet-tart topping that contrasts beautifully with the crisp, cinnamon-dusted bread. Finished with a dollop of cool vanilla yogurt, this dish balances textures and flavors perfectly. It is an ideal weeknight treat or a light dessert for casual gatherings, requiring minimal effort for maximum satisfaction.
Ingredients
  • 4 slices French bread
  • 2 tablespoon Margarine -- softened
  • 2 tablespoon Sugar -- (divided use)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground cinnamon -- plus
  • Additional for sprinkling
  • 1 1/2 cup Pitted fresh sweet cherries
  • Halved
  • 1 cup Fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup Fresh blueberries
  • 3 tablespoon Pineapple juice -- (up to 4)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Grated lemon peel
  • 1/2 cup Low-fat vanilla yogurt
  • Ground cinnamon
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 400&# 194;°F (204ðC).
  2. 2
    Spread both sides of the French bread slices with softened margarine.
  3. 3
    Mix 1 tablespoon of sugar with 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  4. 4
    Sprinkle the sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly over one side of the bread slices.
  5. 5
    Place the bread on a baking sheet, cinnamon-side up, and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until crisp.
  6. 6
    While the bread bakes, combine the halved cherries, pineapple chunks, blueberries, remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar, pineapple juice, and grated lemon peel in a bowl.
  7. 7
    Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let cool slightly.
  8. 8
    Spoon the fruit mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices.
  9. 9
    Top each serving with a dollop of vanilla yogurt.
  10. 10
    Sprinkle with additional ground cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 417.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.9g11%
Saturated Fat 1.9g10%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 266.8mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 88.8g30%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g111%
Sugars 24.0g
Protein 9.1g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cherry, shortcake, dessert, fruit, bread, cinnamon, yogurt, pineapple, blueberries, american, easy, quick, vegetarian, toasted, spiced, summer, breakfast, brunch, low-fat, healthy
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