Buttermilk Apricot Scones Recipe

Name: Buttermilk Apricot Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup butter, chilled and cut into chunks; 1/3 cup dried apricot, chopped; 1 egg, beaten lightly; 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1/4 cup apricot nectar (like kern's canned juice); 1 large egg white, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon sugar

Servings: persons

2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, chilled and cut into chunks
1/3 cup dried apricot, chopped
1 egg, beaten lightly
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/4 cup apricot nectar (like kern's canned juice)
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon sugar

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with knife(prevents measuring too much flour, thus resulting in tough scones).
3
Combine flour with next 4 ingredients in a bowl; cut in butter with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add apricots; toss well.
4
Combine egg, buttermilk, and nectar; add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moist(dough will be sticky).
5
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead 4 or 5 times with floured hands. Pat dough into a 9-inch circle on a greased baking sheet.
6
Score the dough into 12 wedges, by cutting into, but not through the bottom of dough with a large knife.
7
Brush egg white over surface of dough, and sprinkle with 1 Tbsp sugar. Bake at 400u00b0 for 15 minutes or until golden. Serve warm.

558

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Buttermilk Apricot Scones falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Buttermilk Apricot Scones

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions