CHERRY-ALMOND DROP SCONES

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This easy treat from Helen Phillips in Eaton, Colorado is studded with dried cherries and crunchy almonds. Pair with a cup of steaming cocoa, coffee or tea for a quick winter warm-up!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 14 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the yogurt, butter, egg and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cherries and almonds. , Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.