Merry Cherry - Nut Yeast Scones Recipe

Name: Merry Cherry - Nut Yeast Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup water; 2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast; 2 teaspoons sugar; 5 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup shortening; 2 cups buttermilk; 1/2 cup dried cherries; 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped; to taste jelly (optional); Mock Devonshire Cream; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (optional); 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (optional); 1 (12 ounce) package Cool Whip, thawed (optional)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup water
2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast
2 teaspoons sugar
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup shortening
2 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
to taste jelly (optional)
Mock Devonshire Cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (optional)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (optional)
1 (12 ounce) package Cool Whip, thawed (optional)

1
In a small bowl combine warm water, yeast and sugar and let proof 10 minutes.
2
In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda.
3
Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Gradually add in yeast mixture and buttermilk, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.
5
Stir in cherries and walnuts, cover and chill at least 1 hour or up to 48 hours.
6
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
7
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead 3 - 4 times. Flatten to 1/2 inch thickness and cut with a 2 inch round cutter.
8
Place on ungreased baking sheet and bake until golden, about 10 minutes.
9
Serve hot with Mock Devonshire Cream and, if desired, jelly.
10
MOCK DEVONSHIRE CREAM: In a mixer bowl, beat cream cheese and butter at high speed until fluffy.
11
Add Cool Whip and beat at medium speed until blended.

1758

kcal

Calories

134

Fat

123

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.

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup water, 2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast, 2 teaspoons sugar, 5 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Merry Cherry - Nut Yeast 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.

Merry Cherry - Nut Yeast Scones

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