Cranberry-Lemon Scones

* Exported from MasterCook *

CRANBERRY-LEMON SCONES

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Breads Scones

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 c Flour
1/4 c Sugar
2 ts Baking powder
1/2 ts Salt
6 tb Chilled butter
1/2 c Dried cranberries
2 ts Grated lemon peel
2/3 c Buttermilk
1 t Sugar

1. Combine the flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder and
salt. Cut in the butter until crumbly. Stir in the
dried cranberries and lemon peel.

2. Pour in the buttermilk and stir with a fork until
the mixture holds together. Gather the dough into a
ball and gently knead a few times on a floured
surface. Pat out dough to an 8-inch circle and cut
into 8 wedges. Place 2 inches apart on greased baking
sheet and brush the tops with the milk. Sprinkle with
1 teaspoon sugar.

3. Bake in a preheated 425-degree oven 15-20 minutes,
until golden. Serve warm.



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