Strawberry Oat Scones

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   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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   In a small bowl, combine the cream and maple syrup.

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   In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.

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   With a pastry blender or two knives, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse, pea-size crumbs.

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   Gently fold in the strawberries.

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   With a fork, stir the wet ingredients into the flour mixture until just combined.

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   Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead it briefly, just until the dough comes together.

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   Pat the dough into an 8-inch circle and cut it into 8 wedges.

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   Place them on the prepared baking sheet.

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    Bake until golden and slightly firm to touch, about 18 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through.

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    Let scones cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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    Scones really taste the most delicious the day they are made.

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    However, if you will be storing the scones for later, let the scones cool completely before placing in an airtight container.

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    Scones will keep up to two days and are best reheated.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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