Cherry-Hazelnut Scones Recipe

Cherry-Hazelnut Scones Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 8 scones

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup vegan margarine
• 1/3 cup plain or vanilla soy milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup sweetened dried cherries
• 1/3 cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F
2. Lightly oil a baking sheet and set aside
3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nutmeg
4. Use a pastry blender or fork to cut in the margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs
5. Add the soy milk, vanilla, cherries and hazelnuts
6. Stir until just blended
7. Do not overmix
8. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface
9. Press the dough into a 1-inch-thick circle
10. Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet
11. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes
12. Cool for 5 minutes
13. Serve warm

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