Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of freshly baked Cherry Scones, where each bite reveals a fluffy texture and juicy bursts of cherries. Perfect for brunch or a cozy afternoon tea, these scones are easy to make and customizable with your favorite ingredients. Serve them warm with clotted cream or jam for an irresistible treat that brings comfort and joy to any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
- Make a well in the center; pour in the heavy cream and mix until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, shape into a circle about 1 inch thick, and cut into wedges.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg