Cherry country scones

Cherry Country Scones recipe

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These Cherry Country Scones are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Bursting with juicy cherries, these scones are tender, buttery, and have just the right amount of sweetness. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack, these scones are sure to impress. Serve them warm with a dollop of clotted cream or enjoy them on their own with a cup of tea or coffee.

Keywords: Cherry, Country, Scones, Summer, Juicy

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Ingredients

6 Tablespoons grated butter (must be kept very cold)

1 cup plus 2 Tablespoons flour

1-1/2 teaspoons sugar

1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Pinch of salt

1/3 cup buttermilk

1 egg

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 cup chopped dried cherries

Powdered sugar

Instructions:

Grate butter and put immediately in the refrigerator to keep cold. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. By hand, mix grated butter (use a box shredder) into flour mixture. Place in refrigerator.

In a separate bowl, mix eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix egg mixture into flour/butter mixture. Fold in cherries. Divide into 8 portions onto a greased baking stone or cookie sheet.

Bake at 350 degrees (convection oven) or 375 degrees (conventional oven) for 16 to 19 minutes until golden brown. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Makes: 8 scones