8.08.2010

vanilla sugar scones

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This past weekend I was in the mood for scones. Warm, flaky scones. I searched through my cupboards, my fridge, my freezer...on the lookout for inspiration. First, I thought maybe dried fruit and nuts...or some fresh or frozen berries. No. Not this time. I wanted something simple. That's when I spotted my White Pine Vanilla Sugar. I'd been trying to find the right recipe to add it to. Scones would be the perfect thing!

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I found a nice basic scone recipe on the King Arthur Flour website.

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These scones had a lovely vanilla aroma and just a touch of sweetness. I served them with some cheesy scrambled eggs and fresh fruit. Oh, and of course, a little coffee too. Yum! This breakfast hit the spot!

Vanilla Bean Scones
adapted from king arthur flour

2 3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose or whole wheat pastry flour
1/4-1/3 cup vanilla sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cut into pieces
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2-2/3 cup half and half

Preheat oven to 425.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the dry ingredients. Cut in the butter just until the mixture is unevenly crumbly. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla and half and half. Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until all is moistened and holds together. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Sprinkle a bit of flour over the parchment. Place the dough onto the parchment and divide it in half. Round each half into a 5" by 3/4" thick circle. Brush with half and half and sprinkle with a bit more vanilla sugar. Using a knife run under water, cut each circle into wedges and separate a little. Bake scones for 15-20 minutes until golden.

Note: The original recipe recommends placing the scones into the freezer for 30 minutes before baking for a higher rise. I was pressed for time so I skipped this step.

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Give these a try, I know you'll love them!

Have a fantastic week!





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37 comments:

Angie's Recipes said...

They look awesome! I love the pleasant and romantic aroma of vanilla.

Sarah@AlpinePoppy said...

Oh these look SO good! I can't wait to make them! Have you ever made your own vanilla sugar?

Joanne said...

I have some vanilla sugar lying around! Perfect for this. Absolutely perfect.

Stella said...

Hey Kim, these scones look wonderful-very tempting (wink). And I can tell you got the perfect texture to them. Some people accidentally work scone dough too much, and the gluten makes them weird. Perfect yours look!

TKW said...

I love the idea of scones, but mine always turn out like hunks of lead. Yours look delicious, though!

Valerie Harrison (bellini) said...

I have been searching for ways to use vanilla sugar and this fits the bill!!

Unknown said...

Sounds like a perfect breakfast

Maddy said...

Oh wow!! Now if only I could bother turning on my stove this time of year :) I'm revisiting your recipes in the fall though!

Randi Troxell said...

the scones look amazing.. but can i ask a question?

where oh where did your table cloth come from.. i LOVE it!!!

Emily said...

Mmmm, these sound good, especially the combination of the eggs and the fruit. Sounds like a perfect, well-rounded breakfast to me!

Abby said...

This looks so tasty! I have a friend who is a scone fanatic, and she would love these!

Magic of Spice said...

Love them! Scones are so great and these look perfect. Like the vanilla, I bet the aroma is amazing :)

Magic of Spice said...

Love them! Scones are so great and these look perfect. Like the vanilla, I bet the aroma is amazing :)

Jeannie said...

Mmm this reminds me I have not had scones for sometime now...thanks for sharing Kim, bookmarking this:D

FOODESSA said...

I have a little vanilla sugar that's been feeling a little lonely at the back of the pantry.
I should soon relieve it from its misery ;o)

Thanks for this aromatic scone recipe.

Ciao for now,
Claudia

Molly Anne said...

As soon as I saw the title I knew I was going to like this post! ;)

I haven't eaten yet today and that whole breakfast sounds SO yummy!

I've made scones from one of your recipes before and I will definitely try this one!

Oh and stop by my blog for a fun giveaway!

Julie said...

Sounds so good right now!

scrambledhenfruit said...

These look really tasty! I love vanilla sugar, and this is a good way to use it. Thanks!

Style, She Wrote said...

Holy moly -- those look amazing. Would love them with some tea in the morning...

Faith said...

You always have the best looking scones and biscotti, Kim! I'm bookmarking this since I've been dying to try my hand at scones!

Reeni said...

There's something so lovely about vanilla sugar! What a treat these are!

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

Mmmmmmmm. Now I want a scone and a bellini!

Debbi Does Dinner Healthy said...

I have never made scones.I've enjoyed eating them but never have made them. I think it's about time! Thanks!

Ma What's 4 dinner said...

Ohhhhhh they look perfect. Though your pics always make everything look perfect. I love scones.

Lots of yummy love,
Alex aka Ma What's for Dinner
www.mawhats4dinner.com

Anonymous said...

Lovely! The scones sound super delicious with vanilla sugar! I don't have any vanilla sugar left, but maybe I'll make my own soon :)

UrMomCooks said...

Ahhh scones... every flavor every day... I can relate to ur craving! And sometimes simple is the way to go! This would be great with a nice cup of tea and milk in the fall, but right now a big icy somethin somethin sounds a lot better! (Thanx for visiting our blog - hope you will visit again!) Thanx for a great post!

Danielle Vasconcelos said...

Beautiful blog!
I loved : )

/Fashion Bowie

sweetlife said...

I love vanilla and in scones even better...I can imagine the perfect scent in your kitchen, yummy

sweetlife

pigpigscorner said...

Must be so fragrant with the vanilla sugar!

Gloria Baker said...

These look fantastic! Im happy you back! huggs, gloria

Joyti said...

Your scones look and sound really really delicious.

Krista said...

I've gotta find some vanilla sugar! These look absolutely wonderful and would be oh-so-perfect with my morning cup of coffee.

Anonymous said...

Yum vanilla sugar. I must admit, I have never made scones... I did work in a bakery and made them there, but never on my own. This looks like a great recipe to pull me into the world of scone making! I always keep vanilla sugar on hand with my leftover vanilla beans. Delicious! Megan

Jenn said...

Mmmm...I wish this was my breakfast!!

Jamie said...

Wow perfect scones! Great recipe and I love the vanilla flavor you've added. Delicious!

Katy ~ said...

I would be so happy if someone made these for me for my breakfast. They look GOOD!!

Shea Lennon said...

I just made these--they are absolutely delicious! And, I was surprised at how easy they were to make. Thanks!

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