Best 4 Festive Fruited Scones Recipes
Searching for the perfect festive fruited scones recipe that will impress your friends and family this holiday season? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the process of creating delectable, mouthwatering scones that are sure to be a hit at any gathering. We'll share expert tips and tricks for achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures, from the right combination of dried fruits to the ideal baking temperature. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate festive treat that will fill your home with the aroma of the holidays.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FESTIVE FRUITED SCONES
Meet the Cook: I've found you don't need to put butter on these scones...they're delicious plain and simple. I especially enjoy them in the wintertime with hot coffee or tea. Married for 44 years, we have two grown children and five grandchildren. -Helen Carpenter, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 10 scones.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking sods and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add fruit and orange zest. Stir in buttermilk until a soft dough forms. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently for 2-3 minutes. Shape into a ball. Roll into a 7-in. circle. Cut into 10 wedges; place on a greased baking sheet. Brush with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
FRUIT SCONES
Make these easy fruit scones in just 15 minutes. They're perfect for an elegant afternoon tea or a sweet weekend treat. Serve with jam and clotted cream
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Tip the flour into a large bowl with the salt and baking powder, then mix. Add the butter, then rub in with your fingers until the mix looks like fine crumbs. Stir in the sugar.
- Put the milk into a jug and heat in the microwave for about 30 secs until warm, but not hot. Add the vanilla and lemon juice, then set aside for a moment. Put a baking sheet in the oven.
- Make a well in the dry mix, then add the liquid and sultanas and combine it quickly with a cutlery knife - it will seem pretty wet at first. Scatter some flour onto the work surface and tip the dough out. Dredge the dough and your hands with a little more flour, then fold the dough over 2-3 times until it's a little smoother. Pat into a round about 4cm deep.
- Take a 5cm cutter (smooth-edged cutters tend to cut more cleanly, giving a better rise) and dip it into some flour. Plunge into the dough, then repeat until you have four scones. You may need to press what's left of the dough back into a round to cut out another four.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg, then carefully place onto the hot baking tray.
- Bake for 10 mins until risen and golden on the top. Eat just warm or cold on the day of baking, generously topped with jam and clotted cream. If freezing, freeze once cool. Defrost, then put in a low oven (about 160C/140C fan/gas 3) for a few mins to refresh.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.92 milligram of sodium
MERRY CHRISTMAS SCONES
I keep a supply of scones in my freezer to pull out and glaze for drop-in holiday guests. They taste great alongside coffee or hot chocolate.-Joan Pecsek, Chesapeake, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in eggnog just until moistened. Stir in pecans and candied cherries. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times. Transfer dough to a greased baking sheet. Pat into a 9-in. circle. Cut into 12 wedges, but do not separate. , Bake at 425° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over scones. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
BRANDIED FRUIT SCONES
A great batch of scones requires only a few ingredients, but fast hands are essential for working the flour, cold butter and cream into a firm, substantial dough. Brandied dried fruit is added to this traditional dough, and the result is a holiday treat that carries notes of warming spices and citrus. The dough can be cut and baked immediately, or stored in the freezer and baked to order. Brush with heavy cream and sprinkle with sugar before they go into the oven, and you'll have a batch of scones with perfect crackly tops. These are best served warm with a generous slather of salted butter and a dot of piquant marmalade, but they'll keep for a day or two if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Provided by Yewande Komolafe
Categories pastries, quick breads
Time 30m
Yield 16 scones
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine 3 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, the salt, baking powder and baking soda, and whisk to incorporate. Working quickly, rub the cold butter into the dry mixture using your fingers or a pastry cutter. Cut the butter into the flour until the pieces are the size of small pebbles. (Alternatively, use a food processor to pulse the dry ingredients with the butter, to cut the butter.)
- Add the drained brandied fruit and toss to combine. Make a well in the center and pour in the heavy cream. Use a wooden spoon to combine until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer the dough to a work surface and press the clumps together enough to form a slightly uniform piece.
- Lift the dough and flour your work surface. Pat or roll the dough out into an 8-inch square. Use a sharp knife or a bench scraper to divide the dough into 16 square pieces. Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with heavy cream, and sprinkle with sugar if you like.
- Bake until cooked through and the tops are golden brown, 20 to 22 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- Use cold butter: Cold butter creates flaky layers in the scones.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the scones tough.
- Use a light touch when shaping the scones: Over-handling will make them dense.
- Brush the scones with milk before baking: This will give them a golden brown crust.
- Bake the scones until they are just set: Overbaking will make them dry.
- Serve the scones warm with your favorite toppings: Jam, clotted cream, and butter are all classic choices.
Conclusion:
These festive fruited scones are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are full of flavor and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them plain or loaded with fruit, these scones are sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a special breakfast or snack, give these festive fruited scones a try. You won't be disappointed!
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