APRICOT CHIP TRIANGLES

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After a trip to England, I was determined to learn how to make scones. This recipe is a combination of several from my search. I often get together with my fellow travelers to enjoy a traditional English tea, and these scones are the highlight of that event.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cold butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup vanilla or white chips

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the egg, cream and vanilla; stir into the crumb mixture until a soft dough forms. Add the apricots, nuts and chips., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times. Shape into a 6-in. circle; cut into six wedges. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 25g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.