Gluten-Free Cherry Cream Scones
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 scones 1x
Description
These gluten-free cherry cream scones are tender and buttery, with a hint of orange zest and sweet dried cherries, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) heavy cream, plus 2 tbsp for brushing tops
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) dried cherries, roughly chopped
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar and orange zest. Rub them together with your fingers to release the oils from the zest and infuse the sugar. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the infused sugar to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Stir in the dried cherries.
- Pour in the heavy cream and gently mix until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick round.
- Cut the dough into 8-10 wedges or use a biscuit cutter for desired shapes.
- Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the remaining 2 tbsp of heavy cream.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- The dough can be prepared in advance and frozen until needed.
- Serve the scones warm with butter or clotted cream.
- They pair well with coffee or cappuccino.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why rub the orange zest and sugar together before mixing?
Step 2 instructs you to combine the 3 tbsp of sugar and the zest of 1 orange and rub them together with your fingers. This releases the aromatic oils from the zest into the sugar, infusing it with a more intense citrus flavor than simply stirring the two together would achieve. 
Can I prepare the dough in advance?
Yes. The notes say the dough can be prepared in advance and frozen until needed. Shape the scones first, then freeze them on a baking sheet before transferring to a bag — bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the 12–15 minute bake time.
How long do leftover scones keep?
The notes say to store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The notes also suggest serving them warm, so a quick 5-minute reheat in a 350°F oven brings day-old scones back to life.
