Almond Buttermilk Scones Recipe

Ingredients for Almond Buttermilk Scones

• Unbleached All Purpose Flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Heavy Cream
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

How to Make Almond Buttermilk Scones

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the sliced almonds.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and almond extract.
6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick circle.
8. Cut the circle into 8 wedges using a sharp knife.
9. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet.
10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy warm with butter or jam!