Hazelnut Scones
Description:
Indulge in the delightful aroma and taste of these Hazelnut Scones, a perfect treat to accompany your morning coffee or afternoon tea. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, buttery interior studded with toasted hazelnuts, these scones are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. This recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, is quick and easy to make, ideal for busy mornings or cozy winter gatherings.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Recipe Category: Scones
- Keywords: Quick Breads, Breads, Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Winter, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Oven
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
- Review Count: 3 reviews
- Calories: 334.8 per serving
- Fat Content: 19.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 54mg
- Sodium Content: 445.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 35.1g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 9.3g
- Protein Content: 6.7g
- Recipe Yield: 8 scones
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Flour |
| 1/4 cup | Sugar |
| 1 cup | Sugar (for glaze) |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 3/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Baking soda |
| 6 tbsp | Butter |
| 3/4 cup | Toasted hazelnuts |
| 1/2 cup | Sour cream |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 tsp | Vanilla extract |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large bowl, sift together the flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
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Add the butter to the dry ingredients, then rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
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Stir in the toasted hazelnuts until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract. Reserve 1 1/2 tablespoons of this mixture for the glaze.
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Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, then pour in the remaining milk mixture. Stir gently until a dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
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Let the dough stand for 3 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld together.
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Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently with floured hands until it comes together into a cohesive ball.
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Pat the dough into a 7 1/2-inch round, about 3/4-inch thick.
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Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 8 wedges.
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Brush the tops of the scones with the reserved milk mixture for the glaze.
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Sprinkle the tops of the scones with the remaining sugar.
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Transfer the scones to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart to allow for expansion during baking.
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Bake the scones in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crusty on the outside.
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Once baked, transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
These Hazelnut Scones are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, but they can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Simply reheat them in a low oven or microwave before serving to enjoy them warm and delicious once again. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, these scones are sure to impress with their irresistible flavor and texture. So go ahead, treat yourself and your loved ones to a batch of homemade Hazelnut Scones today! 🌰🥐🎉
