Basic Quick Scones With Add-In Ideas

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   Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. In a large bowl, use a fork to mix the dry ingredients. Cut the butter into the mixture until it forms coarse crumbles (do not stir). (If using add-ins, mix with the coarse flour crumbles now.)

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   In a cup, mix egg and milk. Stir milk mixture into the flour mixture, just until blended. Drop batter by 1/4 cup, about 1 inch apart onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until scones are golden brown. Serve them warm or wrap in foil to reheat later.

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   Serves: 12

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   Calories per serving: 150 (basic scone)

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   Adjustments and add-in ideas:

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   for sweeter scones, add 1/8 cup sugar

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   add grated orange peel and dried cranberries

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   add grated lemon zest and blueberries

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   cinnamon

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    chocolate chips

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    dehydrated fruit bits

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    topper: use egg wash, sprinkle with turbinado sugar before baking

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    even savory add-ins are good: diced ham, shredded cheese, bacon bits ...

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    Experiment! Create! Have fun! And most importantly, enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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