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Cherry Almond Scones

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Submitted by: Foodler

 

These healthy breakfast or brunch treats contain brown sugar substitute, buttermilk and a small amount of butter, along with dried tart cherries and toasted almonds.
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar substitute (Splenda)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup dried tart cherries, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds
  • 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 or 2 drops almond extract

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Method

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, whisk together flour, 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar substitute, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form. Stir in cherries and almonds. Make a well in center; gradually stir in buttermilk until a soft dough is formed. Do not overwork dough; it will be sticky. Divide dough in half. On lightly floured board pat each half into an 8-inch round about 1/2-inch thick. Cut each round into 8 wedges. Place on sprayed baking sheet. Mix water with almond extract and brush on scones. Sprinkle on the remaining 1 tablespoon brown sugar substitute. Bake 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown.

 

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Number of Servings: Makes 16 scones

 

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