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Amazing Gluten-Free Almond Scones Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 scones
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These amazing gluten-free almond scones are a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. Made with almond flour and flavored with almond extract, they offer a tender, crumbly texture topped with crunchy sliced almonds. Quick to prepare and bake, these scones are ideal for those seeking a gluten-free bakery-style snack that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Topping

  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the scones evenly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, ensuring they are well incorporated to provide balanced flavor and leavening.
  3. Add Butter: Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture becomes crumbly, creating a tender scone texture.
  4. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond extract to blend the flavors and prepare the binding liquid for the dough.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the scones light and flaky.
  6. Shape Dough: Transfer the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and shape it into a circle approximately 1 inch thick to allow even baking.
  7. Cut and Top: Cut the dough circle into 8 wedges, then sprinkle the top with sliced almonds to add a toasted crunch and enhance almond flavor.
  8. Bake: Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown, indicating they are cooked through.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving to enjoy the perfect texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is cold to achieve a crumbly texture in the scones.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep the scones tender and flaky.
  • You can substitute sugar with a sugar alternative for a lower sugar option.
  • Store leftover scones in an airtight container and consume within 2 days for best freshness.
  • These scones can be frozen prior to baking – thaw and bake as directed when ready.

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