Apricot Walnut Scones Recipe

Ingredients for Apricot Walnut Scones

• All Purpose Flour
• Pastry Flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
• Heavy Cream
• 1 large egg
• Dried Apricot
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

How to Make Apricot Walnut Scones

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in the chopped apricots and walnuts.
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 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Let the scones cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!