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March 10, 2026
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Dried Cherry Scones are an adorable Valentine's Day breakfast! They’re buttery and crumbly and the dried cherries add the perfect amount of tart. These homemade scones are super easy to make and will have your entire family feeling the love.
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Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400 F.
2
Whisk the first four ingredients together in a large bowl.
3
Add the butter to the flour mixture and mix with either your fingertips, a pastry blender, or two knives until it forms the texture of coarse meal.
4
Add the milk and cherries and mix gently until just incorporated (the dough may look a bit dry, but allow it sit for a few minutes and the flour will soak up all the milk).
5
Place dough on a lightly floured surface and gently press into a 1″ thick circle.
6
Cut out scones using a heart shaped cookie cutter.
7
Place scones on a parchment lined baking sheet and brush with beaten egg or heavy cream, if desired (this will give the scones a golden crust)
8
Bake in oven for 25 minutes.
9
Move immediately to a wire cooling rack and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Keep Butter Ice Cold ❄️Cut unsalted butter into small cubes and chill them for 15 minutes before mixing into dry ingredients to ensure flaky, tender scones with distinct layers.
- Don't Overwork the Dough 🙌Mix until just combined—overworking develops gluten and results in tough, dense scones instead of the desired crumbly texture that melts in your mouth.
- Plump Your Dried Cherries 🍒Soak dried cherries in warm water or cherry juice for 10 minutes before folding into the dough to restore moisture and intensify their tart flavor.
- Egg Wash for Golden Shine ✨Brush your beaten egg on top of scones just before baking to create an appetizing golden-brown exterior and professional bakery appearance.
- Chill Shaped Scones Before Baking 🧊Refrigerate formed scones for 20-30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and maintain their defined shape with a tender, crumbly interior.
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