How to Make Christa's Peach Pecan Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

Christa's Peach Pecan Scones are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with the crunch of toasted pecans in a tender, buttery scone. This recipe is a favorite among family and friends, and is perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or as a midday snack with a cup of tea.

What sets these scones apart is the use of fresh peaches, which are incorporated into the dough to provide natural sweetness and a burst of juicy flavor in every bite. The addition of toasted p...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup diced canned peaches
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon raw sugar, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 scones

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix flour, white sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Cut in butter until it forms pea-sized pieces.
  • Whisk heavy cream and 2 eggs together in a small bowl. Add to the flour-butter mixture. Mix in peaches and pecans until just combined.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Pat into a round disc about 1/2-inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges. Transfer wedges to the baking sheet.
  • Whisk 1 egg and water together in a small bowl. Brush over wedges. Sprinkle raw sugar on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    356 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 112mg
    • Sodium: 505mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 133mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 107mg