Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped dried figs
- 1/2 cup toasted almonds, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the chopped figs and toasted almonds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to cut out scones.
- Place scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 24 minutes, until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using less sugar or a sugar substitute, and whole wheat flour for extra fiber.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: scones, figs, almonds, breakfast, snack