Searching for a delicious delicacy to give as a Valentine's Day gift? Take a look at our easy Dried Cherry Scones recipe. These tender scones topped with dried cherries are perfect for a cosy tea party, brunch, or breakfast. These delectable scones require minimal work and just a few ingredients to prepare for your loved ones.
Components
Two cups of flour, all-purpose
one-fourth cup sugar
A single spoonful of powdered sugar
half a teaspoon of salt
Half a cup of chilled, unsalted butter, divided into little pieces
half a cup of dried cherries
one-third cup heavy cream
One tsp vanilla extract
Extra cream for brushing and coarse sugar for dusting are optional.
Technique
Adjust the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and place parchment paper on a baking pan. - In a sizable basin, combine the flour, sug
ar, baking powder, and salt. - Stir together the dry ingredients with the cold butter pieces using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the dried cherries and stir. - Optional: Dust with coarse sugar and brush the tops with more cream. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until well-browned. - Allow them to cool down a little before serving.- Combine the heavy cream and vanilla extract in a separate basin. Stirring constantly, slowly incorporate the cream mixture into the dry ingredients until the dough comes together. - Place the dough onto a surface dusted with flour, and work it into a ball with a few gentle kneads. - After the dough is flattened into a circle that is approximately an inch thick, cut it into eight wedges. Place the scones onto the oven tray.
Advice: For flakier scones, work with cold butter and gently manipulate the dough. You can use other dried fruits or nuts in place of the dried cherries. Serve warm with lemon curd, cream, or jam.
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