Apple Scones recipe

12 servings

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup white sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup butter, chilled

1 apple - peeled, cored and shredded

1/2 cup milk

2 tablespoons milk

2 tablespoons white sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Measure flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, and salt into a large bowl.

Cut in butter or margarine until crumbly.

Add shredded apple and milk.

Stir to form a soft dough.

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface.

Knead gently 8 to 10 times.

Pat into two 6-inch circles.

Place on greased baking sheet.

Brush tops with milk, and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.

Score each into 6 pie-shaped wedges.

Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 15 minutes, or until browned and risen.

Serve warm with butter.