CARAMEL APPLE SCONES

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A drizzle of caramel complements the apple and whole wheat flavors of these rustic-looking scones. -Arlene Cook, Bainbridge, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 4 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cold butter
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup shredded peeled apple
1 tablespoon caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the flours, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk the cream, egg yolk and vanilla; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in apple. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times. , Pat into a 5-in. circle. Cut into 4 wedges. Separate wedges and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle with caramel topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.