Pear Scones

I love any food that leaves my house smelling like a French bakery. This recipe is no exception. Slightly sweet with a gentle spice, and a soft fluffy texture, these scones will not disappoint!

Serve with jam or homemade preserves and tea and you've got yourself a simply delicious brunch.

Pear Scones

1 cup all-purpose flour

3/4 cup whole wheat flour

1/3 cup packed brown sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon orange rind

1 pinch salt

1/3 cup butter, chilled

1 large egg

1/2 cup half-and-half cream or evaporated milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 cup chopped pear 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. 

Sift together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, spices and salt in a large bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture has a crumbly texture.

Whisk together the egg, cream/milk and vanilla in a separate bowl. Stir the egg mixture into the flour mixture until combined. Stir in the pear.

Drop large spoonfuls of the dough onto an un-greased baking sheet.

Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 15-17 minutes. Rest briefly on a cooling rack before serving.

Makes 18 small to medium sized scones. 

Buen provecho!