Best 2 Dried Cherry Lemon Scones Recipes

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Dried cherry lemon scones are a delightful and flavorsome pastry that combines the tanginess of lemon with the sweet and chewy texture of dried cherries. These scones are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet afternoon treat. With their golden-brown exterior and tender, crumbly interior, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to making the best dried cherry lemon scones, from gathering the necessary ingredients to mastering the baking process. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, you will find all the information you need to create these delectable scones that are bursting with flavor.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

DRIED CHERRY-LEMON SCONES



Dried Cherry-Lemon Scones image

No kneading or rolling required for these easy-mix scones. The dough is dropped from a spoon just as if you were making cookies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup firm butter or margarine, cut into 8 pieces
1/3 to 1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup dried cherries
About 1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. In medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, lemon peel, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture looks like fine crumbs. Stir in enough buttermilk so dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball. Stir in cherries.
  • On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by about 1/3 cupfuls about 1 inch apart. Brush with milk. Sprinkle with additional sugar if desired.
  • Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Scone, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

DRIED CHERRY-LEMON SCONES



Dried Cherry-Lemon Scones image

No kneading or rolling required for these easy-mix scones. The dough is dropped from a spoon just as if you were making cookies.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup firm butter or margarine, cut into 8 pieces
1/3 to 1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup dried cherries
About 1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. In medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, lemon peel, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture looks like fine crumbs. Stir in enough buttermilk so dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball. Stir in cherries.
  • On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by about 1/3 cupfuls about 1 inch apart. Brush with milk. Sprinkle with additional sugar if desired.
  • Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Scone, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For a moist and tender scone, make sure to use cold butter and buttermilk.
  • Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough scones.
  • If the dough is too wet, add more flour until it is just combined.
  • If the dough is too dry, add more buttermilk until it is just combined.
  • Bake the scones in a preheated oven for even cooking.
  • Once the scones are baked, let them cool for a few minutes before glazing or serving.

Conclusion:

These dried cherry lemon scones are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for a quick breakfast, brunch, or afternoon snack. The scones are moist and tender, with a slightly tart flavor from the lemons and a sweet burst of flavor from the dried cherries. The glaze adds a touch of sweetness and shine. These scones are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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