Lemon Scones with Nutmeg and Cherries
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Lemon Scones with Nutmeg and Cherries
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Tender and flaky, these Lemon Scones with Nutmeg and Cherries are not too sweet and perfect for breakfast or brunch. Served with a creamy spread, these scones are irresistible!
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Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 6 tablespoons butter cut into small cubes
- 8 oz lemon yogurt divided
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup dried cherries
- 4 teaspoons lemon zest divided
- 4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon baking mat.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking soda and nutmeg. Add the butter and using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, combine 4 oz. of the yogurt and the eggs. Stir in the cherries and 2 teaspoons of the lemon zest. Pour the yogurt mixture into the dry mixture and mix until moistened. Turn the dough out onto a work surface that has been lightly sprinkled with flour. Use your hands to work the dough just until it all comes together into a ball. Flatten the ball out into a circle about 9-inches in diameter.
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg. Sprinkle the sugar over the top of the scone dough and lightly press it in with your fingers. Cut the dough into 8 triangles. Carefully transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet, spacing the scones 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the scones are golden brown, 8-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat the cream cheese in a bowl until light and fluffy. Add the remaining 4 oz of yogurt plus the remaining 2 teaspoons of lemon zest and continue to beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Serve the dip with the scones.
Notes
- adapted from Best of the Bake-Off
- Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should be used as a general guide.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1scone
Calories
213kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
26g
(9%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
56mg
(19%)
Sodium
207mg
(9%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12scones
Amount Per Serving
Calories 213 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1scone | |
| Calories | 213kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 207mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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