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Dried Cherry Scones

Dried Cherry Scones

Delight in the buttery charm of Dried Cherry Scones, perfect for cozy mornings or brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Morning Delights
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Base
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter chilled and chopped
  • 3/4 cup Whole milk
For the Cherries
  • 1 cup Dried cherries
For the Glaze
  • 1 large Beaten egg or heavy cream for brushing

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry cutter
  • cookie cutter

Method
 

How to Make Dried Cherry Scones
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Cut in the chilled butter until it resembles coarse meal.
  4. Stir in the whole milk and dried cherries just until combined.
  5. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and gently press into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  6. Cut out scones using a heart-shaped cookie cutter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Brush the tops with beaten egg or cream.
  8. Bake for about 25 minutes until lightly golden brown.
  9. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with clotted cream for an extra treat.

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