Chocolate-Cherry-Almond Scones |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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The biscuit-like texture of scones makes them a hearty option for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They're also a good choice to make for company because they bake quickly. Ingredients:
9 ounces all-purpose flour (about 2 cups) |
1/3 cup sugar, divided |
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
5 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into small pieces |
1/4 cup dried tart cherries, chopped |
1.5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (1/4 cup) |
1 large egg |
3/4 cup fat-free milk, divided |
1/2 teaspoon almond extract |
2 teaspoons sliced almonds |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 450°.
2. Weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, 5 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; stir with a whisk. Cut in butter using a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Sitr in cherries and chocolate.
3. Combine egg, 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons milk, and almond extract, stirring well with a whisk. Add milk mixture to flour mixture, stirring just until moist. (Dough will be sticky.)
4. Pat dough into an 8-inch circle with floured hands on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cut dough into 12 equal wedges, cutting into but not through dough. Brush top of dough with remaining 1 tablespoon milk, and sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon sugar and almonds.
5. Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
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