Dried fruit scones make delicious snacks. They are perfect with coffee or tea. If you cannot find dried cherries, any type of dried fruit mix will do.

 

Serves 6

Ingredients:

1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour

2/3 cup whole wheat flour

1/2 cup quick cooking oats

2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1 1/2 tablespoons sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup butter, cubed

2 eggs

1/2 cup cream

2 tablespoons pancake syrup

1/2 cup dried cherries

1/2 cup raisins

For the toppings:

2 1/2 tablespoons sugar

1 1/2 tablespoons pancake syrup

 

Preheat the oven at 425F and then line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Sift the flour, salt and sugar into a large mixing bowl. Add the baking powder and baking soda. Mix well. Cut in the butter and stir until it starts to resemble crumbs

In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, cream and syrup. Pour it into the bowl with the flour mixture. Mix well. Fold in the dried fruits.

Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and then form a circle. Flatten it around 3/4-inch thick. Slice it into 2 1/2 inch wedges. Transfer it to the lined baking tray.

Next prepare the toppings by combining the sugar, syrup, water and vanilla in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Brush it over the scones and sprinkle with oats. Bake it in the oven for for 15-20 minutes or until it is golden brown. Serve immediately.

 

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