CINNAMON COFFEE SCONES

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Two of me favorite things cinnamon and coffee! This is a grand breakfast scone that's a bit on the lighter side.

Provided by Annacia * @Annacia

Categories     Sweet Breads

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cup(s) self-rising flour
2 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
6 tablespoon(s) splenda granular, sugar substitute
3/4 cup(s) light margarine
2 - eggs or 4 egg ehites
1/4 cup(s) strong brewed coffee
1/4 cup(s) low fat milk
1/2 cup(s) golden raisins or 1?2 cup chopped dried apricot (optional)
1/2 cup(s) chopped pecans or 1?2 cup walnuts (optional)
- milk, for toppings (optional)
- sugar, for toppings (optional)

Steps:

  • Stir together the flour, cinnamon, and Splenda.
  • Cut the margarine into tablespoon pieces and blend with the pastry blender or two knives into the dry mixture (margarine pieces should be the size of small peas.).
  • Mix together the eggs, coffee, and milk.
  • Stir into the dry mixture to form a soft dough. Stir in the fruit and nuts if using.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured board and gently pat into a circle of dough about 1/2" thick. Cut out rounds with floured biscuit cutter and place them on a greased baking sheet.
  • Gently brush tops with milk and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake in a preheated 400° F oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

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