Lime-Scented Scones with Cherry Compote Recipe

Name: Lime-Scented Scones with Cherry Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces; 2 tablespoons lime zest; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1 egg yolk; 1/4 cup milk; 1/4 cup coarse sugar; Cherry Compote, recipe follows; 1 pound cherries, washed, pitted and halved; 3/4 cup water; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon kirsch, or orange flavored-liqueur; 1 cup sweetened whipped cream

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons lime zest
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup coarse sugar
Cherry Compote, recipe follows
1 pound cherries, washed, pitted and halved
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup lime juice
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon kirsch, or orange flavored-liqueur
1 cup sweetened whipped cream

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, sift the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4
Add the butter to the dry ingredients and cut into the flour using your hands or a pastry-cutter until it resembles small peas.
5
Add the lime zest and buttermilk and mix just until the liquid is incorporated, being careful not to over mix.
6
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with the milk.
7
With a large spoon, drop dollops of the dough onto the prepared pan.
8
Brush the tops of the dough with the egg wash, and sprinkle with the sugar.
9
Bake until risen and golden, about 15 minutes.
10
Remove from the oven and serve hot with the Cherry Compote and whipped cream.
11
In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, water, lime juice, and sugar.
12
Bring to a boil.
13
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
14
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and kirsch and add to the cherry mixture.
15
Return to a boil and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
16
Reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 4 minutes.
17
Serve warm with the Lime-Scented Scones and whipped cream.

1205

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Lime-Scented Scones with Cherry Compote 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.

Lime-Scented Scones with Cherry Compote

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