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Title: Apple Cream Scones Categories: Fruit, Scones Yield: 12 Servings 2 c Chopped tart apple 6 tb Butter 1 tb Instant coffee crystals 1 ts Hot water 1/2 c Whipping cream 2 1/4 c All purpose flour 1/3 c Sugar 1 tb Baking powder 1/4 ts Salt 2 tb Coarse sugar Cook apple in 2 tbsp butter till tender and liquid is almost evaporated, stirring often; cool slightly. Dissolve coffee in water; stir in cream. Mix flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in remaining butter til pieces resemble coarse crumbs. Add apples and coffee mixture; stir just till dough clings together. On a lightly floured surface, knead 6 times. On an ungreased baking sheet pat dough into an 8" circle. Top with coarse sugar. Cut into 12 wedges; separate slightly. Bake in a 400@ oven for 20 to 25 mins or til done. Cool slightly; separate. Serve warm. Recipe by: Better Homes & Gardens Posted to KitMailbox Digest by sadrod |