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Cherry Zucchini Scones

Delicious scones featuring sweet dried cherries, fresh zucchini, and a hint of lemon, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

  • Total Time: 39 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
  • 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • Sparkling sugar for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the shredded zucchini, dried cherries, and lemon zest.
  5. Whisk together the buttermilk and egg in a separate bowl. Pour this into the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
  6. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times until it comes together.
  7. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick, then cut into wedges or use a biscuit cutter to make round scones.
  8. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
  9. Bake for 22 to 24 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

These scones can be frozen for up to 3 months and reheated for a quick breakfast or snack.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 scone
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 31mg

Keywords: scones, cherry, zucchini, baking, breakfast, snack