Cherry Mascarpone Cream Scones
Delight your taste buds with these indulgent Cherry Mascarpone Cream Scones, a luxurious twist on a classic treat. Featuring a tender, buttery crumb infused with tangy dried cherries, these scones get their rich creaminess from the addition of mascarpone cheese and heavy cream. The subtle hint of vanilla adds warmth, while a sprinkling of coarse sugar creates a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea, they’re easy to make in just under 40 minutes. Serve them warm with a dollop of mascarpone or clotted cream for an irresistible treat that combines sophistication and comfort. Keywords: cherry mascarpone scones, cream scones recipe, indulgent scones, easy scone recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cup Dried cherries
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir the dried cherries into the butter-flour mixture, ensuring they're evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and gently stir until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently shape it into a round disk about 1 inch thick and 7 inches in diameter.
Using a sharp knife or a bench scraper, cut the dough into 8 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza).
Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Sprinkle the tops of the scones with coarse sugar for added sweetness and crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with additional mascarpone or clotted cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2933 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 172.0 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.3 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 2116 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.0 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.6 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 474 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
