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Cherry Scones

Deliciously flaky scones studded with sweet cherries, perfect for breakfast or tea time.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, British
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
  • 1 cup fresh cherries pitted and chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400?F (200?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
Baking
  1. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
  2. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into wedges.
  3. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with butter or clotted cream for an extra treat.

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