These magical nectarine buttermilk scones are the perfect combination of light and rich at the same time. Sweet nectarines are folded into the dough and they are finished off with a drizzle of icing!
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 nectarine, diced
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
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In a large bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Using your hands, works the butter into the flour so they are well combined. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, vanilla extract, and sugar together. Mix it with the flour mixture. Gently fold in diced nectarine into the dough. The dough will be very moist. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and form a ball. Work with well floured hands and press the ball down evenly so it is about 1 inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges. Arrange them about 1 to 2 inches apart on a parchment lined baking sheet.
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Place into the oven and bake for 20-22 minutes until golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
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To make the icing, whisk the powdered sugar and milk together. Drizzle over the warm scones and serve!