Monday, December 6, 2010

White Chocolate Cranberry Scones

If you couldn't tell already, we had a family gathering this past weekend (baby blessing)... hence all the treat recipes.  But hey, 'tis the season for treats right? These scones are delish and so pretty too... great for entertaining!
*from Wendy Mears 


1 3/4 c. flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt (opt)
2 tbsp. sugar

Mix above 4 ingredients and cut in 8 tbsp. of butter

Add:

1/2 c. craisins
1/2 c. white choc. chips

Add:
2/3 c. buttermilk

Mix into a ball.  Press out to 3/8 - 1/2 " thick. Cut into 8 pie shapes with pizza cutter. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 - 20 minutes.
Glaze: 

1 c. powder sugar
1 tbsp. milk
1/2 tsp almond extract
Drizzle across cooled scone (can top with sliced almonds if you like)

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