Pear scones –Experience the delightful combination of flavors and textures with our Pear Scones. These scones are perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a sweet treat throughout the day. With tender crumb and hints of sweetness from fresh pears, they are sure to please your palate.
Pear Scones
These Pear Scones are baked to golden perfection, offering a buttery taste paired with the juicy flavor of pears. A simple yet elegant recipe, they require minimal effort and deliver impressive results. Serve them warm with clotted cream or enjoy them plain for a delicious snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup ripe pears, diced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- Additional sugar for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cubed cold butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in the diced pears, mixing them evenly through the dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Cut the dough into triangles or use a round cutter to shape scones.
- Place the scones onto the lined baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle a little additional sugar on top of each scone.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, or store in an airtight container for later.
Delight in the aromatic fragrance and taste of these homemade Pear Scones. They’re not just a treat; they’re a celebration of simple ingredients brought together to create something truly special.