Whole Wheat Almond Scones
These almond scones perfectly fit the bill. With only two tablespoons of sugar in a full dozen scones, these only have a hint of sweetness. Toasted almonds permeate the dough and when served fresh from the oven they are moist, flaky and a perfect accompaniment to a morning cup of coffee or tea.
Recipe detail
- 14 October , 2016
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Category : Muffins
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Cuisine : All
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Preparation Time : 30 Minute
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Cook Time : 60 Minute
- Poster : admin
Ingredients
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Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1 cup blanched almonds (whole, slivered or sliced), toasted
Sugar
Sugar is the generalized name for sweet, short-chain, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food. They are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. There are various types of sugar derived from different sources.
2 tablespoons sugar
Eggs
Eggs are laid by female animals of many different species, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and fish, and have been eaten by humans for thousands of years.
1 large egg
Sour Cream
Sour cream is a dairy product obtained by fermenting regular cream with certain kinds of lactic acid bacteria. The bacterial culture, which is introduced either deliberately or naturally, sours and thickens the cream.
1/3 cup cold heavy cream
Milk ( Soy Milk)
Soy milk is a plant based drink produced by soaking dried soybeans and grinding them in water. A traditional staple of East Asian cuisine, soy milk is a stable emulsion of oil, water and protein.
1/4 cup cold whole milk
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
Wheat Pastry Flour
wheat pastry flour is milled from soft white wheat, whereas regular whole wheat flour is milled from hard red wheat. It has a lower protein content than regular whole wheat flour and it makes wonderfully tender whole grain baked goods.
1 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour
Baking Powder ( Soda)
Because baking powder is a leavener that contains both the sodium bicarbonate and the flavor-saving acid, it is usually paired with non-acid ingredients like whole milk and Dutch-processed cocoa. Baking soda need an acid. Baking powder has an acid.
1 tablespoon baking powder
Salt
Common salt or table salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride, a chemical compound belonging to the larger class of salts; salt in its natural form as a crystalline mineral is known as rock salt or halite.
1/4 teaspoon salt
Butter
Butter is a solid dairy product made by churning fresh or fermented cream or milk, to separate the butterfat from the buttermilk.
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1/4 cup sliced almonds (for decoration, optional)
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1 cup blanched almonds (whole, slivered or sliced), toasted
Sugar
Sugar is the generalized name for sweet, short-chain, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food. They are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. There are various types of sugar derived from different sources.
2 tablespoons sugar
Eggs
Eggs are laid by female animals of many different species, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and fish, and have been eaten by humans for thousands of years.
1 large egg
Sour Cream
Sour cream is a dairy product obtained by fermenting regular cream with certain kinds of lactic acid bacteria. The bacterial culture, which is introduced either deliberately or naturally, sours and thickens the cream.
1/3 cup cold heavy cream
Milk ( Soy Milk)
Soy milk is a plant based drink produced by soaking dried soybeans and grinding them in water. A traditional staple of East Asian cuisine, soy milk is a stable emulsion of oil, water and protein.
1/4 cup cold whole milk
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
Wheat Pastry Flour
wheat pastry flour is milled from soft white wheat, whereas regular whole wheat flour is milled from hard red wheat. It has a lower protein content than regular whole wheat flour and it makes wonderfully tender whole grain baked goods.
1 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour
Baking Powder ( Soda)
Because baking powder is a leavener that contains both the sodium bicarbonate and the flavor-saving acid, it is usually paired with non-acid ingredients like whole milk and Dutch-processed cocoa. Baking soda need an acid. Baking powder has an acid.
1 tablespoon baking powder
Salt
Common salt or table salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride, a chemical compound belonging to the larger class of salts; salt in its natural form as a crystalline mineral is known as rock salt or halite.
1/4 teaspoon salt
Butter
Butter is a solid dairy product made by churning fresh or fermented cream or milk, to separate the butterfat from the buttermilk.
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1/4 cup sliced almonds (for decoration, optional)
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1 cup blanched almonds (whole, slivered or sliced), toasted
Sugar
Sugar is the generalized name for sweet, short-chain, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food. They are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. There are various types of sugar derived from different sources.
2 tablespoons sugar
Eggs
Eggs are laid by female animals of many different species, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and fish, and have been eaten by humans for thousands of years.
1 large egg
Sour Cream
Sour cream is a dairy product obtained by fermenting regular cream with certain kinds of lactic acid bacteria. The bacterial culture, which is introduced either deliberately or naturally, sours and thickens the cream.
1/3 cup cold heavy cream
Milk ( Soy Milk)
Soy milk is a plant based drink produced by soaking dried soybeans and grinding them in water. A traditional staple of East Asian cuisine, soy milk is a stable emulsion of oil, water and protein.
1/4 cup cold whole milk
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
Wheat Pastry Flour
wheat pastry flour is milled from soft white wheat, whereas regular whole wheat flour is milled from hard red wheat. It has a lower protein content than regular whole wheat flour and it makes wonderfully tender whole grain baked goods.
1 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour
Baking Powder ( Soda)
Because baking powder is a leavener that contains both the sodium bicarbonate and the flavor-saving acid, it is usually paired with non-acid ingredients like whole milk and Dutch-processed cocoa. Baking soda need an acid. Baking powder has an acid.
1 tablespoon baking powder
Salt
Common salt or table salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride, a chemical compound belonging to the larger class of salts; salt in its natural form as a crystalline mineral is known as rock salt or halite.
1/4 teaspoon salt
Butter
Butter is a solid dairy product made by churning fresh or fermented cream or milk, to separate the butterfat from the buttermilk.
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Almonds
The almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and North Africa. "Almond" is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree.
1/4 cup sliced almonds (for decoration, optional)
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees with a rack in the center of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. -
2Using a food processor, combine half the toasted almonds (1/2 cup) with the sugar until thoroughly ground together. Be careful not to overgrind the nuts and end up with almond butter. Finely chop the remaining 1/2 cup of toasted almonds and set aside.
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In a small mixing bowl, combine the egg, cream, milk and almond extract together. Place in the refrigerator until just before mixing with the dry ingredients. -
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In a large bowl, mix together the flour, ground almond/sugar mixture, baking power and salt. -
5Drop in the cubed butter and using a pastry blender (or your fingers) quickly work the butter into the flour mixture. You will want to work the butter into the mixture until it is sandy with some larger pieces.
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6Pour in the cold liquid ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula or a fork until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
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Stir in the remaining chopped almonds. -
8Knead the dough for a few minutes, in the bowl, until it comes together and can be placed on a floured surface.
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9Once on a floured surface, divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a flat circle, roughly 5-6 inches in diameter. Cut each circle into 6 wedges.
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Place a few sliced almonds on each wedge, if you are using them. Place the wedges on the lined baking sheet. -
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Bake 20-22 minutes or until golden brown on top. Be careful not to overbake or the scones will dry out. Transfer to a rack to cool. Serve warm with butter or lemon curd.