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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Dried plums and a sprinkling of coarse sugar make these treats delightfully Christmasy. Spread them with butter, cream cheese or preserves.Julie McQuiston, Bradenton, Florida Ingredients:
3 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/2 cup sugar |
3 teaspoons baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 cup cold butter |
1 egg |
1 cup buttermilk |
1 cup pitted dried plums, chopped |
1 tablespoon grated orange peel |
topping: |
1 egg |
1 tablespoon 2% milk |
2 tablespoons coarse sugar |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk egg and buttermilk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in plums and orange peel. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times.
2. Divide dough in half; pat each into a 7-in. circle. Cut each into six wedges. Separate wedges and place on a greased baking sheet. Combine egg and milk; brush over scones. Sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm. Yield: 1 dozen.
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