Almond scones

Almond Scones recipe

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour

2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 teaspoons salt

1/2 cup sweet butter

1 Tablespoon almond extract

1/2 cup half & half

Instructions:

Mix all dry ingredients. Cut in butter until coarse; do not over-mix. Add almond extract and mix in half & half. Form a round shape on floured surface with rolling pin with thickness of about 1-1/2 inches. Use cutter to make 8 to 10 scones. Place on a baking sheet, brush with milk, sprinkle sugar, and add sliced almonds. Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 20 to 30 minutes or until golden in color.