Cherry Almond Scones

July 07, 2013

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Summer is in full swing. Fresh berries are cropping up everywhere: strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and cherries are plentiful. Here is an amazing scone recipe to make. Service it up warm with a delish cup of coffee while you enjoy your morning read!

1 3/4 cups all purpose flour, plus more for work surface
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/2" pieces, chilled
1/2 cup or more fresh cherries cut in half and pitted *use equal amounts for fresh blueberries or raspberries or other fresh seasonal fruit.
1 teaspoon Almond extract
1 large egg
5 tablespoons heavy cream, plus more for brushing scones

Powdered Sugar Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
1-5 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees, Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In food processor combine flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles a...
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Nutritions

Calories
1951

Sodium
198mg
8% DV

Fat
180g
276% DV

Protein
9g
19% DV

Carbs
54g
18% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV