Yes, we had a wonderful day antiquing. Thank you. :)

I woke up tasting these. I wasn’t sure how I was going to make them but I had the flavor in my head from the time I opened my eyes.

I was absolutely not disappointed with these. They spread out a bit more than I anticipated, next time I will make sure the dough is firmer. The flavor is delicate and sweetly fruity..the white tea is a fantastic addition. Try these, they are seriously good.

Plum & White Tea Scones

3 1/2 c flour

2 tablespoons baking powder

1/2 c cold, unsalted butter

1/2 c white sugar

1 1/4 c whole milk or half & half

2 large, ripe plums, chopped or diced (leave the skins on)

3 bags of Celestial Seasonings Powerfully Plum White Tea

Heat the milk to a simmer. Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Allow to steep until the milk reaches room temperature. Squeeze the tea bags out and discard them.

Mix dry ingredients.

Grate the cold butter into the dry ingredients with a grater. I find this actually makes a nicer scone than cutting it in.

Toss in the chopped plum and mix lightly. Add the milk and tea mixture all at once and mix into a soft dough.

Roll out gently to 3/4 inch thickness and cut with cutter. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet and brush with egg yolk. Sprinkle with sugar.

Allow to rest for 15 minutes before baking.

Preheat oven to 400F . Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Let cool slightly.

Makes 12 scones

Image:Marye Audet

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