Indulge in the delightful flavors of lemon cornmeal scones with dried cherries, a delectable treat that combines the tangy zest of lemon, the rustic charm of cornmeal, and the sweet burst of dried cherries. These scones are perfect for a leisurely brunch or afternoon tea, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The recipe also includes variations for blueberry cornmeal scones and cranberry orange scones, allowing you to explore different flavor combinations and find your favorite. With step-by-step instructions and a detailed ingredient list, this recipe ensures a hassle-free baking experience. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized.
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LEMON CORNMEAL SCONES WITH DRIED CHERRIES
This is a delicious, not-too-sweet treat. The cornmeal gives it a pleasant, crunchy bite. The original recipe is from Nick Malgieri's book "How to Bake." I modified it a little bit by replacing some flour with oat bran, increasing the amount of lemon zest, and adding nuts.
Provided by Susiecat too
Categories Scones
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set oven rack to middle level and preheat to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Add butter, cutting in with your fingers until texture is like sand.
- Add dried cherries and nuts, mix.
- Mix egg, milk, zest and vanilla in a bowl.
- Add egg/milk mixture to dry ingredients, mix well.
- Cut dough into 3 parts.
- Shape each part into a 5-inch disk.
- Cut each disk into 4 wedges.
- Arrange wedges on prepared baking pan so that there is about 2 inches around each piece.
- Bake 10-15 minutes, until lightly brown.
- Serve with butter, jam, and coffee or tea.
DRIED CHERRY SCONES
Provided by Food Network
Time 48m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven: 325 degrees F.
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter with pastry blender. Combine wet ingredients and mix into dry just until moistened. Add cherries. Mixture will be very sticky. Turn onto floured surface and knead 4 to 5 times with floured hands. Pat out to 1/2-inch thick and cut circles. Brush tops with egg wash. Sprinkle tops with sugar and sliced almonds. Place on greased baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes.
DRIED-CHERRY SCONES
Provided by Mabbettsville Market
Categories Bread Breakfast Brunch Bake Valentine's Day Kid-Friendly Mother's Day Cherry Shower Gourmet Kidney Friendly Small Plates
Yield Makes about 9 scones
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Scatter butter on top and blend with your fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal. Mix in dried cherries.
- Whisk together egg and cream in a small bowl, then fold into flour mixture until dough just comes together (dough will be quite delicate).
- Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface. With floured hands, press into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Cut out rounds with cutter and arrange 2 inches apart on a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet. Gather scraps together and cut out additional scones.
- Brush tops of scones with cream and sprinkle lightly with sugar. Bake scones, rotating baking sheet halfway through, until tops are golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool on a rack about 10 minutes before serving.
MIMI'S CORNMEAL SCONES
This is a savory scone. Serve them warm with butter and Recipe #212646 or honey. They are good with chili, or any bean dish, or just by themselves with the jelly.
Provided by Mimi in Maine
Categories Scones
Time 45m
Yield 8 scones
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Cut in the butter using pastry blended till it looks like fine crumbs.
- Stir in buttermilk so dough leaves sides of bowl and forms a ball.
- Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and knead lightly about 10 times.
- Pat or roll into a 7-inch circle on ungreased cookie sheet that has been sprinkled with cornmeal.
- Score into 8 wedges, cutting down halfway to the bottom.
- Bake in 400 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or till light brown.
- Immediately remove from sheet and carefully separate wedges.
- Serve warm.
- NOTE: If the dough is too dry, stir in an additional 1-2 tablespoons of buttermilk; sometimes I will add an extra tablespoon while mixing, but you try it for the first time.
DRIED CHERRY-LEMON SCONES
Make and share this Dried Cherry-Lemon Scones recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Scones
Time 45m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, lemon peel, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in butter, using pastry blender, until mixture looks like fine crumbs.
- Stir in enough buttermilk so dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball.
- Stir in cherries.
- Onto a greased cookie sheet, drop dough by about 1/3 cupfuls about 1 inch apart.
- Brush with milk.
- Sprinkle with additional sugar.
- Bake 10-15 minutes or until light brown.
- Immediately remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack.
- Serve warm or cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.3, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 24.7, Sodium 242.9, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 3
DRIED CRANBERRY, WALNUT, AND LEMON SCONES
Provided by Jennifer Wickes
Categories Berry Citrus Nut Breakfast Brunch Bake Quick & Easy Cranberry Lemon Walnut Fall Shower Bon Appétit New Jersey Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Position rack in top third of oven; preheat to 375°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in bowl for glaze.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, lemon peel, salt, and 1 cup sugar in large bowl. Add chilled butter; using fingertips, rub in until coarse meal forms. Mix in cranberries and walnuts. Add 1/2 cup half and half and1 tablespoon lemon juice. Toss with fork until dough comes together in moist clumps, adding more half and half if dough is dry. Gather dough into ball; divide in half. Press out each half on floured surface to 6-inch-diameter (1-inch-high) round. Cut each round into 6 wedges. Transfer to baking sheet; brush with glaze.
- Bake scones until golden and tester comes out clean, about 18 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
DRIED CHERRY-LEMON SCONES
No kneading or rolling required for these easy-mix scones. The dough is dropped from a spoon just as if you were making cookies.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. In medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, lemon peel, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture looks like fine crumbs. Stir in enough buttermilk so dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball. Stir in cherries.
- On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by about 1/3 cupfuls about 1 inch apart. Brush with milk. Sprinkle with additional sugar if desired.
- Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm or cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Scone, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. Fresh lemons, cherries, and butter will give your scones the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the scones tough.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the scones rise properly.
- Bake the scones until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
- Serve the scones warm. This is when they are at their best!
Conclusion:
These lemon cornmeal scones with dried cherries are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. The scones are light and fluffy, with a slightly tangy flavor from the lemon and a hint of sweetness from the cherries. They are also very versatile - you can add different fruits, nuts, or spices to create your own unique flavor combinations. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack, give these lemon cornmeal scones a try. You won't be disappointed!
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