Posted by Glenda Nelson, Recipe by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson, Copied from Allrecipe on 1/19/2024 to
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Easy Scones: Impress Your Friends with This Simple Recipe!
Hey there, fellow bakers! Today, I saw a super easy recipe at allrecipes for making delicious scones that is perfect for beginners!
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your apron and let's get baking!
Happy baking!
Prep Time: Cook Time: Additional Time:
15 mins 15 mins 5 mins
Total Time: Servings: Yield:
35 mins 8 8 scones
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
frozen
½ cup raisins (or dried currants)
½ cup sour cream
1 large egg
1 teaspoon white sugar
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
3. Grate the frozen butter into the flour mixture using a box grater. Use your fingers to work the butter into the mixture until it looks like coarse crumbs.
4. Then, add the raisins.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream and egg until well combined.
6. Stir the sour cream mixture into the flour mixture using a fork until large clumps of dough form.
7. Use your hands to shape the dough into a ball. Don't worry if it seems dry at first - it will come together as you work it.
8. Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and pat it into a 7- to 8-inch circle that's about 3/4-inch thick.
9. Sprinkle the remaining teaspoon of sugar on top.
10.Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 8 equal triangles, then place them on the prepared baking tray, about 1 inch apart.
11. Bake the scones in the preheated oven for about 15 to 17 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
12. Let them cool for 5 minutes, then serve them warm or at room temperature.
Want to try some different flavors? Here are a few variations you can experiment with:
******omit the raisins!!!******
1. Cranberry-Orange Scones: Add some grated orange zest, use dried cranberries
2. Lemon-Blueberry Scones: Add some grated lemon zest, use dried blueberries
3. Cherry-Almond Scones: Add a little almond extract, use dried cherries
***Scones can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or in fridge for up to a week. You can freeze them for up to three months. Just thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours when you're ready to enjoy them again.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 319 | Calories |
| 16g | Fat |
| 41g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 319 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 16g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 9g | 47% |
| Cholesterol 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium 249mg | 11% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 15g | |
| Protein 5g | |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium 58mg | 4% |
| Iron 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium 143mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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