Treat the most important woman in your life to something truly special this Mother’s Day—homemade Almond and Apricot Scones! These golden, buttery delights are bursting with tender apricots and are topped with crunchy almond slivers—perfect with a cup of tea for that special lady in your life.
Prep Time
15 minBake Time
18-22 minYield
8Rating
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Loading...| • 2 cups (250 g) ROGERS FOODS ALL PURPOSE FLOUR | |
| • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar | |
| • 1 tbsp baking powder | |
| • 1/2 tsp salt | |
| • 6 tbsp (85 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed | |
| • 1/2 cup (80 g) chopped dried apricots | |
| • 1/4 cup (30 g) sliced almonds (plus more for topping) | |
| • 2/3 cup (160 ml) heavy cream (plus more for brushing) | |
| • 1 large egg | |
| • 1/2 tsp almond extract |
Treat the most important woman in your life to something truly special this Mother’s Day—homemade Almond and Apricot Scones! These golden, buttery delights are bursting with tender apricots and are topped with crunchy almond slivers—perfect with a cup of tea for that special lady in your life.
| 1. | • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. |
| 2. | • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. |
| 3. | • Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. |
| 4. | • Stir in chopped apricots and almonds. |
| 5. | • In a small bowl, whisk together cream, egg, and almond extract. Pour into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. |
| 6. | • Turn dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead into a circle about 1 inch thick. |
| 7. | • Cut into 8 wedges and place on a baking sheet. Brush tops with cream and sprinkle with sliced almonds. |
| 8. | • Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving. |
| 9. | Optional: Drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze for added sweetness. |
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