Weight Watchers Oatmeal Scones recipe

After experimenting a little with an old scone recipe, this is what came up –a healthier, low-fat (but still delicious) treat. These oatmeal scones are great served warm, split in half and spread with butter or jam, together with a hot
cup of tea.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup old fashioned oats
• 1 1/4 cups wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/3 cup dried fruit (cranberries, currants, raisins, etc.) (optional)
• 2/3 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup light butter or 1/4 cup margarine
• 1 tablespoon half-and-half (optional)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon buttermilk (for brushing)
• extra sugar (optional)

Preparation

1-Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

2-Mix together the dry ingredients (oats, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt).

3-Cut in the butter and combine using a fork until the mixture resembles bread crumbs.

4-Add the dried fruit to the dry mixture if desired.

5-In a separate bowl, mix together the wet ingredients (half-and-half, buttermilk, vanilla).

6-Gradually add the wet mixture to the flour mixture and combine until a soft and sticky dough is formed.

7-Move the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead 2-3 times. Do not overwork the dough.

8-Roll the dough into a 6-8-inch circle and cut into 8 pie-shaped slices (or you can experiment with other dough shapes such as circles to maximize
the number of servings).

9-Bake in the oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean and the scones are golden-brown.

10-For a golden color and extra crunch, brush the top of the scones with buttermilk. Sprinkle some sugar on top and broil for a few minutes, turning and adjusting as necessary

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