DOUBLE WALNUT SCONES

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I love scones! Love having these with a cup of hot tea in the afternoon, especially on a cold day. Comfort food at its best! Recipe & photo: bhg.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Savory Breads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/4 c walnuts
2 1/4 c all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 c cold butter (1 stick)
1 c gruyere cheese, shredded (4 oz.)
1/2 tsp dried thyme, crushed -- or -- 1-1/2 tsp. snipped fresh thyme
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 c buttermilk
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
shedded gruyere cheese, chopped walnuts, and snipped fresh thyme (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place 1-1/4 cups walnuts on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 7 to 9 minutes or until toasted. Coarsely chop 1 cup of the walnuts. Finely grind remaining walnuts; set aside. Increase oven temp to 375.
  • 2. In a large bowl combine flour, finely ground walnuts, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. With a pastry blender, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in the Gruyere, 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, and thyme.
  • 3. Make a well in the center of this mixture. In a bowl combine egg, buttermilk, honey, and mustard; add all at once to the flour mixture. Stir with a fork just until moistened.
  • 4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by folding and gently pressing it for 10 to 12 strokes or until nearly smooth. Divide in half. Pat or lightly roll each half to a 3/4-inch-thick circle, about 6 inches in diameter. Cut each circle into 8 triangles.
  • 5. Place triangles 2 inches apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 6. Transfer scones to a cooling rack. If desired, top with more cheese, walnuts, and thyme. Serve warm.

Sapco 123
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These scones are the perfect treat for a cold winter day. They're warm and comforting, and the honey glaze adds a touch of sweetness.


kathy Harbarger
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I've made these scones several times and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Petra Jones
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These scones are a bit too crumbly for my taste.


Data Data
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I love the combination of walnuts and honey in these scones. They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Bora Alp Hanoğlu
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These scones are a great make-ahead breakfast or snack. I often make a batch on the weekend and then freeze them for later.


Abuchu Abdul-laufu
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I'm not a big fan of walnuts, but I still enjoyed these scones. They're very light and fluffy.


Hamad khan hamad khan
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These scones are so delicious! The walnuts add a lovely crunch and the honey glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Stepper Rich
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I made these scones for my book club and everyone loved them! They're the perfect size for a quick snack.


Jakekobeyko
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These scones are a bit too sweet for my taste.


Ch Qasimali
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The walnut flavor in these scones is amazing! I highly recommend using freshly ground walnuts for the best flavor.


Rosaline Muthoni
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I've been making these scones for years and they never disappoint. They're the perfect treat for a lazy weekend morning.


Roberto 2
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These scones are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Ahmad Ziad
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The scones were a little dry for my taste, but I'll try adding some extra butter next time.


Celine Endum
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I used maple syrup instead of honey and they turned out great.


Nikhil Saxena
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These scones were a hit at my afternoon gathering! The walnuts added a lovely texture and flavor.