Delightful Peach & Dried Fruit Scones
Indulge in these delightful scones, inspired by a Weight Watchers recipe from the 'Two's Company' cookbook. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or a sweet treat anytime, these scones boast a lovely balance of sweetness and tartness from the dried peaches. They are incredibly easy to make, and with the option to freeze, they are a convenient choice for busy mornings. Feel free to experiment with different dried fruits such as apricots, dates, or even apples, adding your favorite spices like cinnamon for an extra twist. With only 4 Weight Watchers points per scone, these treat are sure to impress your family and friends - just like they did for my husband!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2/3 cup (measured)
sugar
2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon (divided - for dough and topping)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1 dash (to taste)
chilled butter or margarine
1 tablespoon (cut into small pieces)
low-fat vanilla yogurt
1/3 cup (measured)
chopped dried peaches
2 tablespoons (chopped)
cooking spray
as needed (for baking sheet)
nonfat milk
1/2 teaspoon (for brushing)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delightful Peach & Dried Fruit Scones?
They are light, flavorful scones that balance the sweetness and tartness of dried peaches, inspired by a Weight Watchers recipe.
How many Weight Watchers points are in each scone?
Each scone is approximately 4 Weight Watchers points.
Where does this scone recipe originate from?
This recipe is inspired by the Weight Watchers 'Two's Company' cookbook.
Can I freeze these scones?
Yes, these scones have the option to be frozen, making them a convenient choice for busy mornings.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of measured all-purpose flour.
What kind of yogurt should I use?
The recipe specifically requires 1/3 cup of low-fat vanilla yogurt.
How much sugar is needed?
You will need 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon of sugar, divided for the dough and the topping.
Can I substitute the dried peaches?
Yes, you can experiment with other dried fruits such as apricots, dates, or apples.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses both 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
Should the butter be cold or room temperature?
The recipe specifies using 1 tablespoon of chilled butter or margarine cut into small pieces.
How do I prepare the dried peaches?
The peaches should be chopped into small pieces before being added to the dough.
What is the purpose of the nonfat milk in this recipe?
A small amount (1/2 teaspoon) of nonfat milk is used for brushing the scones.
Can I add spices to the recipe?
Yes, adding your favorite spices like cinnamon is encouraged for an extra twist.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, the scones are described as incredibly easy to make.
What is the recommended serving occasion?
These scones are perfect for breakfast, snacking, brunch, or a sweet treat anytime.
How do I prepare the baking sheet?
The baking sheet should be prepared with cooking spray as needed.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 10 ingredients in total for these scones.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, one dash of salt is included to taste.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either chilled butter or margarine.
What kind of peaches are used?
The recipe uses chopped dried peaches.
How much yogurt is used?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of low-fat vanilla yogurt.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include scones, peach, light, weight watchers, easy recipe, dessert, brunch, and healthy baking.
Is this recipe suitable for families?
Yes, it is noted that these scones are sure to impress family and friends.
What is the calorie count for this recipe?
The specific calorie count is not provided in the raw data, but it is a light recipe at 4 WW points.
How much baking soda is used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.
Is vanilla extract needed?
No, the vanilla flavor comes from the low-fat vanilla yogurt.
How much flour should I measure?
You should measure out 2/3 cup of all-purpose flour.
What is the main flavor profile?
A balance of sweetness and tartness from the dried fruit and vanilla yogurt.
Can I use dates?
Yes, dates are specifically mentioned as a viable dried fruit alternative.