Best 7 Cherry Pecan Scones Recipes

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Welcome to the world of delectable cherry pecan scones, where flavors of tangy cherries, nutty pecans, and warm spices come together in perfect harmony. These delightful pastries are a treat for all senses, offering a crispy exterior that crumbles at the first bite, revealing a soft and tender interior bursting with juicy cherries and crunchy pecans. Indulge in the comforting aroma of freshly baked scones, while the tantalizing combination of flavors leaves you craving more. Whether you're looking for a sweet breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a dessert to impress your guests, cherry pecan scones are the perfect choice.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHRISTA'S PEACH PECAN SCONES



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Sweet peaches and crunchy pecans add a twist to this flaky tea time favorite.

Provided by CHRISTA ROSE

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup cold unsalted butter
½ cup heavy whipping cream
2 eggs
½ cup diced canned peaches
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon raw sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix flour, white sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Cut in butter until it forms pea-sized pieces.
  • Whisk heavy cream and 2 eggs together in a small bowl. Add to the flour-butter mixture. Mix in peaches and pecans until just combined.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Pat into a round disc about 1/2-inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges. Transfer wedges to the baking sheet.
  • Whisk 1 egg and water together in a small bowl. Brush over wedges. Sprinkle raw sugar on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 112.3 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 505.4 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

CHERRY CREAM SCONES



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Serve these for breakfast or a brunch. They're also a great after-school snack. They freeze well besides-simply thaw, warm and serve when you need them. We live in a cherry-producing region-and every guest expects to find some on our table! My husband and I have three children...20,11 and 9.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 12 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup dried cherries
1 cup boiling water
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1 large egg, separated
1/2 cup sour cream
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • Soak cherries in water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cream of tartar. With a pastry blender, cut in the butter. Set aside. , Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine egg yolk, sour cream, cream and extract. Add to flour mixture; stir until a soft dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently six to eight times. Knead in cherries. , Divide dough in half and shape into balls. Roll each ball into a 6-in. circle. Cut into six wedges. Repeat with remaining ball. Place on lightly greased baking sheet. Beat the egg white until foamy; brush tops of scones and sprinkle with sugar. , Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHERRY, CHOCOLATE AND PECAN SCONES WITH STRAWBERRY JAM



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 scones

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for rolling
1/3 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sour cream
1 large egg
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup golden raisins
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, frozen
Quick Strawberry Jam, recipe follows
2 pints strawberries, hulled and split
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Splash balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Position a rack in the center of the oven.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Set aside. In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream with the egg. Mix in the cherries, chocolate chips, pecans and golden raisins. Set aside.
  • Use a grater with large holes to grate the butter over the dry ingredients. Alternatively, cut the butter into small cubes. Lightly work the butter into the flour with your fingers until it looks like small peas. Gently work the sour cream mixture into the flour mixture. Using your hands, gather the ingredients together from the bottom of the bowl. Wash your hands, then turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface, then gather the dough together. Take care not to overwork the dough!
  • Gently press the dough into a loose 1-inch-thick circle, about 5 inches in diameter. Use a knife to cut the circle into 6 equal wedges (like slices from a pie). Place the wedges spaced out on a nonstick or parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake the scones until golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes. Allow them to cool a few minutes before serving with the Strawberry Jam.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the strawberries with the sugar and vanilla to evenly coat. Allow the mixture to macerate, or sit, for about 15 minutes until the berries are "weepy"-softened and letting off liquid.
  • Transfer about three-quarters of the strawberries and some of the liquid at the bottom of the bowl to a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the fruit starts to break down, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir back into the bowl of uncooked strawberries. Stir in the balsamic vinegar. Serve warm or let cool, then cover and store in the refrigerator for about a week.

CHERRY LEMON SCONES



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This is another adaption of my earlier recipe "delicious tea scones." This is one of my favorite recipes because of its easiness and the result is so good! The scones have a great crumb, are very pretty, and really delicious. You won't regret giving them a try!!

Provided by Lieutenant Ducky

Categories     Scones

Time 33m

Yield 6-8 scones, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
1/4 cup maraschino cherry, halved
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 -2 teaspoon hot water, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar, baking powder, salt and flour.
  • Work butter in with hands or a pastry cutter, add the egg and milk together with the cherries, stir until just moist and holding together.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and flatten it into a 2" high circle.
  • Cut out 6-8 wedges, and place on a parchment papered cookies sheet
  • at least an inch apart.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown at 425ºF. Let cool on a wire rack.
  • lemon glaze:.
  • measure out sugar, add lemon juice and 1 teaspoon hot water. Stir to a drizzle consistency. Add second teaspoon of water if needed.
  • Spoon drizzle on to scones, enjoy!

DRIED CHERRY SCONES



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Wonderful scones served at a local Bed and Breakfast here in my town. Prep and cook times are a guess, since I only tasted, but haven't made yet.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Scones

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
6 tablespoons shortening
1 egg, well beaten
1/3 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup dried cherries
2 tablespoons brandy or 2 tablespoons apricot nectar
1 tablespoon half-and-half
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Combine 1/2 cup of dried cherries (or other dried fruit) with 2 tablespoons brandy or apricot nectar.
  • Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Combine dry ingredients (flour, sugar, salt, baking powder).
  • Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients well.
  • Add pecans.
  • Make a 'hole' in the center of the dried mixture.
  • Stir together well beaten egg and half-and-half.
  • Add egg and fruit mixtures to dry ingredients all at once.
  • Using a fork, stir just until moistened.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
  • Knead for 12 to 15 strokes.
  • Form dough into a 7 inch circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
  • Place scones 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Brush tops with 1 tbsp half-and-half, sprinkle with 2 tsp sugar.
  • Bake in a 400 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm with maple-nut butter posted on this site, if desired.

MAPLE-PECAN SCONES



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This scone recipe uses heavy cream, maple syrup, and cold butter. Using a food processor makes it fast to incorporate the cold butter. Be sure to toast the pecans to bring out the flavor.

Provided by Michaunp

Categories     Scones

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
¼ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk cream and 3 tablespoons maple syrup together in a bowl.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a food processor; pulse 3 times to combine. Drop cold butter pieces evenly over top and continue to pulse until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal, about 6 pulses.
  • Transfer flour mixture to a large bowl. Add toasted pecans and cream mixture. Stir until dough begins to come together.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until a rough, sticky ball forms. Divide into 2 balls and flatten slightly. Cut each circle into 4 wedges and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake on the middle rack of the preheated oven until tops are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool on a baking rack, about 10 minutes.
  • While the scones are cooling, whisk 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons maple syrup together until well combined.
  • Drizzle glaze over scones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 59.8 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 342.3 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

DRIED CHERRY BUTTERMILK SCONES



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Categories     Bread     Milk/Cream     Breakfast     Dessert     Bake     St. Patrick's Day     Cherry     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 scones

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup buttermilk plus 1/4 cup for brushing the scones
1 large egg
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups cake flour (not self-rising)
1 tablespoon double-acting baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits
1/2 cup dried sour cherries (available at specialty foods shops)
granulated sugar for sprinkling

Steps:

  • In a bowl whisk together 1/2 cup of the buttermilk, the egg, the brown sugar, and the vanilla until the mixture is combined well. In another bowl stir together the flour, the baking powder, the baking soda, and the salt and blend in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in the cherries and the buttermilk mixture with a fork until the mixture just forms a sticky but manageable dough. Knead the dough gently for 30 seconds on a lightly floured surface, pat it into a 3/4-inch-thick round, and cut it into 8 wedges. On an ungreased baking sheet brush the wedges with the remaining 1/4 cup buttermilk and sprinkle them with the granulated sugar. Bake the scones in the middle of a preheated 400°F. oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cherries for the best flavor. If using frozen cherries, thaw them completely before using.
  • Chop the pecans finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the scones.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the scones tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the scones to rise properly.
  • Bake the scones until they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the scones warm with butter or jam.

Conclusion:

These cherry pecan scones are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. With their sweet and tart flavor, these scones are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give these cherry pecan scones a try!

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