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pat-a-cake scones

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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

These would be delicious on a chilly day with cups of hot coffee or tea. Spread them with cream or strawberry jam. Mmm, good! Recipe & photo: BHG.com

yield serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For pat-a-cake scones

  • 1 1/2 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1/3 c
    sugar
  • 2 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 3/4 c
    whipping cream
  • 2 tsp
    finely shredded lemon peel
  • whipping cream
  • sugar
  • whipped cream (optional)
  • strawberry (or other) jam (optional)

How To Make pat-a-cake scones

  • 1
    In a large bowl, mix together flour, the 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Add the 3/4 cup whipping cream and the lemon peel.
  • 2
    Stir until mixture is crumbly. Knead dough by folding and gently pressing for 10 to 12 strokes or until it can be formed into a ball.
  • 3
    Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently roll or pat the dough into a circle 7-1/2 inches in diameter. Cut into 6 or 8 wedges. Place scones about 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • 4
    Lightly brush the scones with additinal whipping crem; sprinkle with additional sugar. Bake in a preheated 375-degree oven for about 18 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 5
    Serve while warm. If desired, serve with whipped cream and strawberry jam, or jam or your choice.
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