THE QUEEN'S SCONES

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I got this recipe for Currant Scones from a friend in Colorado and everyone who's had one loved it. ��

Provided by ChEfvie

Categories     Scones

Time 37m

Yield 36 Scones, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup currants, soaked in sherry
3 1/4 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup butter (not melted, but slightly warm)
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda together in a bowl.
  • Use a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the mixture, until it resembles cornmeal.
  • Pour the buttermilk into the center and stir with a fork.
  • Strain the currents/sherry and pour the currants into the mixture.
  • Knead the dough (as little as possible) until it reaches the right consistency. Add a little flour or milk if needed.
  • Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface until half an inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut the scones out, then put on a lightly greased pan.
  • Bake at 415ยบ for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Serve with lemon curd or cream fraische.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 20.9, Sodium 168.2, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 13.1, Protein 3.1

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