Description
This recipe for Amazing Gluten-Free Almond Scones offers a delightful, tender treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with almond flour and a hint of almond extract, these scones are naturally gluten-free and topped with sliced almonds for extra crunch and flavor. They bake up golden and flaky in just under 20 minutes.
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
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the scones evenly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the texture is crumbly, resembling coarse crumbs.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond extract until fully blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the egg mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the scones tender.
- Shape Dough: Transfer the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and shape it into a roughly 1-inch thick circle.
- Slice and Top: Cut the dough circle into 8 equal wedges, then sprinkle the top evenly with sliced almonds for a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the scones for 15-20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and puff up slightly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving to enhance their texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use cold butter to achieve a flaky, tender texture in the scones.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid dense scones.
- You can substitute almond extract with vanilla extract if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
- Adding a teaspoon of lemon zest can add a refreshing twist to the flavor.
