Cherry Mascarpone Cream Scones

Delight your taste buds with these indulgent Cherry Mascarpone Cream Scones, a luxurious twist on a classic treat. Featuring a tender, buttery crumb infused with tangy dried cherries, these scones get their rich creaminess from the addition of mascarpone cheese and heavy cream. The subtle hint of vanilla adds warmth, while a sprinkling of coarse sugar creates a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea, they’re easy to make in just under 40 minutes. Serve them warm with a dollop of mascarpone or clotted cream for an irresistible treat that combines sophistication and comfort. Keywords: cherry mascarpone scones, cream scones recipe, indulgent scones, easy scone recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup Dried cherries
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Mascarpone cheese
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir the dried cherries into the butter-flour mixture, ensuring they're evenly distributed.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and gently stir until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently shape it into a round disk about 1 inch thick and 7 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife or a bench scraper, cut the dough into 8 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza).

Step 9

Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 10

Sprinkle the tops of the scones with coarse sugar for added sweetness and crunch.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with additional mascarpone or clotted cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(786.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2933.4

Total Fat 172.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 683.7mg	0%
Sodium 2115.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 105.6g
Protein 35.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 209.3mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 473.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.8%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 41.4%