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A platter of three grapefruit scones with pink glaze on top and half a grapefruit behind the platter.

Cardamom Grapefruit Scones

Tender, buttery scones filled with fresh grapefruit juice and hints of cardamom for an awesome breakfast or snack!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

For the scones:

  • 1 c. whole wheat flour
  • 1 c. all purpose flour
  • 1/3 c. sugar
  • 2 green cardamom pods
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 c. 1 stick butter, cold
  • 1/2 c. sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3 Tablespoons grapefruit juice
  • 1 Tablespoon grapefruit zest
  • 1 egg

For the glaze:

  • 3/4 c. powdered sugar
  • 1-2 Tablespoons grapefruit juice

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Open the cardamom pods and grind the seeds.
  • In a large bowl combine the flours, sugar, cardamom, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.  Mix well. 
  • Cut the butter into small pieces and add the butter to the mixture. Use your fingers and mix the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles wet sand. 
  • In a small bowl whisk together the sour cream, grapefruit juice, grapefruit zest, and egg. 
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Turn dough onto floured surface and knead for 30 seconds or until dough comes together.  Shape into an 8 inch circle. 
  • Cut the circle into 8 pieces and place on the prepared baking sheet. 
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes or until they begin to brown.  Remove from oven and transfer to wire rack. Cool completely.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the powdered sugar and grapefruit juice.  
  • Dip the tops of the scones into the glaze and allow to set. 
    You can also drizzle over top of the scones if desired.

Notes

Recipe adapted from A Kitchen Addict