Peach Scones Recipe: Discover Your New Favorite Treat!
A delightful recipe for peach scones that combines the sweetness of fresh peaches with a buttery, flaky texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup fresh peaches, diced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in the diced peaches.
- In a separate bowl, combine heavy cream and vanilla extract.
- Pour the cream mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently.
- Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into wedges.
- Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe but firm peaches.
- These scones are best served warm.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg