Sometimes I really let my kid down. Like this morning when she requested scones and I quite foolishly asked her what shape. Turns out I don’t quite know how to make a train shaped scone.  It really is something when a two year old looks disappointed in you. Anyway, turns out that by the time I made them she was quite over them. Probably because they weren’t train shaped. These scones were easy peasy and quick. I made a pretty basic version, but I imagine you can make all sorts of variations on them. Next on my agenda? Lime zest and toasted coconut flakes, orange zest and white chocolate chips and lemon with crystallized ginger. I suppose there is a bit of a citrus theme here, but after a long fall/water of earthier flavors I am ready for a little more brightness. Scones 2 cups flour 1/3 cup sugar 1 tsp baking powder ¼ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 8 tbsp frozen unsalted butter ½ cup sour cream 1 large egg Zest of one lemon (optional) Preheat your over to 400 degrees. Cut your butter into small pieces (or grate it) and put it back in the freezer. Combine all the dry ingredients […]

Oct. 1, 2021, 11:23 a.m.

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