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Vanilla Bean Scones

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Deliciously light and tender vanilla bean scones, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 egg
  • 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
  • 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine flour, 6 tablespoons of sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pulse to mix.
  3. Add cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse meal; set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, cream, vanilla bean seeds, and vanilla extract until blended.
  5. Combine the flour mixture with the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  6. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, divide into two rounds about 6-7 inches in diameter and 3/4-inch thick.
  7. Cut each round into eighths and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  9. Bake for 17 minutes or until golden, then cool on a rack.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, jam, or clotted cream. Great with tea or coffee.

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