Almond Scones Recipe

Ingredients for Almond Scones

• Ground Almonds
• All Purpose Flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• Baking Soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• Unsalted Butter
• 3/4 cup milk (or buttermilk for a tangier flavor)
• Plain Yogurt
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• Almond Extract
• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

How to Make Almond Scones

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Cut in the chilled butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the toasted slivered almonds.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
6. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a fork until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently form the dough into two equal-sized balls.
8. Flatten each ball into a 8-10 inch circle, about 1-2 inches thick.
9. Cut each circle into 8 wedges.
10. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet.
11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and puffed.
12. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.