Irresistible Cherry Almond Scones with Almond Icing

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These homemade Cherry Almond Scones are tender, buttery and bursting with flavor. They combine the tart sweetness of dried cherries with the nutty richness of almonds. With a golden, crisp exterior and soft, flaky interior, these scones truly melt in your mouth. A touch of sweet almond extract enhances the flavor, while sliced almonds add a wonderful crunch. Topped with a simple almond glaze for added sweetness, these Cherry Almond Scones will not last long in your kitchen!

Rich almond and blueberry white chocolate biscotti on a cooling rack, topped with slivered almonds and scattered bits, perfect for homemade sweet snacks.

If I had to pick one breakfast treat, a scone would definitely be it. They’re denser than a muffin but lighter than a biscuit, with just the right amount of flakiness. They’re mildly sweet and rich, making them a satisfying treat with coffee or tea. Scones are incredibly versatile and can be flavored with fruits, spices, nuts and more. A few of my favorites, besides these cherry almond scones, are Vanilla Scones, Orange Scones, and Pumpkin Scones.

Cherry Almond Scone Ingredients:

Flour, egg, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, butter, dried cranberries, baking ingredients for baking recipe.
  • All purpose flour: Flour is used for the structure of the scone.
  • Granulated Sugar: A little sugar helps sweeten the scone.
  • Baking powder: Baking powder is the leveling agent that makes these scones puff up and rise.
  • Salt: A little salt to balance all the flavors.
  • Unsalted butter: Butter helps create a flaky and tender scone. It also adds richness and flavor.
  • Large egg: An egg helps bind the ingredients together.
  • Whole milk: Milk is the moisture that binds all the dry ingredients together. This creates a soft and tender texture.
  • Vanilla & Almond extract: Both extracts add a ton of flavor. Vanilla ads warmth while almond adds sweetness.
  • Dried cherries: I absolutely love the tartness and chewiness of the dried cherries in these scones.

Instructions:

Flour in stand mixer for baking recipes, close-up.
Add flour, baking powder, sugar and salt to a mixer and mix.
Butter and flour being mixed in a stand mixer for baking or cooking purposes.
Add cold cubed butter and mix on low until course crumbs form.
What the dough looks like after the butter has been incorporated.
Creamy homemade vanilla custard in a glass measuring cup with a metal spoon; perfect dessert or pie filling.
Mix milk, eggs, vanilla and almond extract in a cup.
cherry almond scone dough with milk
Pour the milk mixture into the mixer bowl and mix just until it comes together.
cherry almond scone dough in a mixer
What the scone dough looks like after milk and egg have been added.
cherry almond scone dough in a mixer
Add the cherries and quickly mix them in.
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Dump the dough onto a well floured surface and knead a few times until it comes together.
Buttery chocolate chip cookie with flour scattered around on a light surface.
Form the dough into a round mound.
Buttery cookie dough with chocolate chips on a white marble surface, ready for baking, perfect for homemade cookie recipes.
Roll the dough into a circle about 1/2 inch thick.
Creamy chocolate chip cookie dough ready to be baked, sliced into pieces on a floured surface. Perfect for homemade cookie recipes, desserts, and sweet treats.
Slice the scones. A large knife or pizza cutter works well for this.
Buttery blueberry scone dough cut into triangle shapes on parchment paper, ready for baking, showcasing fresh blueberries and crumbly texture, popular for breakfast or tea time treats.
Place on baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees for 10-14 minutes.

Almond Glaze Ingredients:

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  • Powdered sugar: Powdered sugar (confectioners sugar) is ideal for icings. Its fine texture dissolves quickly. This creates a smooth and even glaze without any grainy grits.
  • Melted butter: Melted butter add a touch of richness but also helps the icing harden as it cools.
  • Warm water: Warm water is used to get the right consistency for dipping the scones.
  • Vanilla & Almond extract: Vanilla and almond flavor the icing.
  • Toasted sliced almonds: Toasted almond are added on top for a nice crunch.

Almond Icing Instructions:

Fine white powdered sugar with butter and eggs in a mixing bowl for baking dessert or confectionery recipes.
Add all the ingredients into a bowl and whisk.
Creamy white cake batter mixed with a hand mixer in a white bowl.
What the icing looks like after the ingredients are combined.
Delicious chocolate chip cookie being dipped into creamy milk for a classic dessert experience.
Dip each scone into the icing.
Sweet almond danish pastries with white icing and sliced almonds on a cooling rack.
Sprinkle immediately with toasted almonds.

Tips and Tricks for Success:

  • Always read through the recipe in it’s entirety before starting. This helps prevent mistakes.
  • Prepare ingredients and equipment before starting. Preheat oven, line baking sheet with parchment paper, chop, measure, etc. This helps prevent mistakes and makes clean up easier.
  • Do not over-mix the dough – you will knead it as well so the crumbles will get mixed in.
  • Do not under or over bake. The scones will puff up and the edges and tops will be slightly golden.
  • Let the scones cool completely before icing. If you don’t, the icing won’t stick as well.
Butter cake slice with almond topping, blueberry filling, white glaze, and sliced almonds on white plate.

Conclusions:

These Cherry Almond Scones with Almond Icing are nothing short of irresistible. They strike the perfect balance between indulgence and simplicity, making them the perfect treat to enjoy with coffee and friends. The rich almond icing adds just the right amount of sweetness while the toasted almonds add the perfect crunch. Every bite is pure bliss! Best of all, they come together with ease, proving that homemade scones can be both effortless and delicious. Give them a try – you won’t be disappointed!

Yield: 8 scones

Cherry Almond Scones with Almond Icing

Almond Croissant Danish pastry with white icing and sliced almonds on wire rack.

Cherry Almond Scones with Almond Icing are the perfect balance between indulgence and simplicity. A butter scone is flavored with almond extract and tart cherries then topping with a sweet almond icing resulting in a tender, flaky absolutely delicious scone!

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes

Ingredients

Cherry Almond Scones

  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 lage egg
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 bag dried cherries
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed and cold

Almond Icing

  • 1 3/4 cups confectioners sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 3 tablespoons warm water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat; set aside.
    2. In a stand-alone mixer fitted with a paddle attachment mix together the flour, salt, baking powder, and granulated sugar. Add cold cubed butter and mix on low-speed until course crumbs forms - careful not to over-mix. (see picture above for a visual)
    3. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, vanilla and almond extract, then add it to the mixer and mix until dough comes together. It will be crumbly.
    4. Add dried cherries and quickly mix in on high speed for a few seconds.
    5. Sprinkle a light dusting of flour onto a clean service and kneed dough just a bit until it comes together. Form it into a circle and roll it out to about 3/4 inch thickness. You can use a roller or use your hands to form a circle.
    6. Next, use a knife or pizza cutter to cut scones into 8 wedges. Place on baking sheet. Bake for 10-14 minutes (mine baked for 13) or until edges are slightly golden. Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack to cool.
    7. While scones are cooling, add all the glaze ingredients into a bowl and whisk - glaze will be slightly thick but should drizzle off a spoon. If it's too thick, add 1 teaspoon of water and whisk until you reach the consisteny you want. If it's too thin, add a few tablespoons more powdered sugar and whisk until desired consistency. Use a spoon to spread glaze over cooled scones or dip them into the glaze. Garnish with toasted almonds. Let stand until glaze is set. Enjoy!
    8. To toast the almonds, place in a skillet over medium heat, stirring often until lightly browned and toasted.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months with glaze!

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