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Almond Peach Scones

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With fresh diced peaches, almond paste and buttermilk, these scones are tender and delicious and easy to make too!

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Almond Peach Scones ~ made with fresh diced peaches, almond paste and buttermilk.

 

Almond Peach Scones ~ made with fresh diced peaches, grated almond paste and amazing buttermilk, these scones are tender and delicious and super easy to make too! www.savingdessert.com

 

Almond Peach Scones are tender and delicious and easy to make too!

I am without a doubt, smitten with the combination of peach and almond flavors. These flavors go together like peanut butter and jelly; completely different flavors and textures, but oh what a team. To ensure plenty of almond flavor, I’ve used frozen, grated almond paste, almond extract and sliced almonds on top.

The texture of these scones is fluffy and soft inside with soft little chunks of peaches throughout. Seriously delicious carbs my friends!

What is almond paste and where can you buy it?

Almond paste is made with a mixture of  ground almonds, sugar, almond extract and sometimes a small amount of oil or eggs. You can even make your own homemade almond paste in a few easy steps.

If you’re not sure about almond paste and have never used it, let this recipe be your first! Almond paste is readily available in the baking section of your local grocery store. It comes in a small box that may be easy to miss, so please ask if you can’t find it. I’ve included an Amazon link below to my favorite almond paste for your information.

 

Almond Peach Scones ~ made with fresh diced peaches, grated almond paste and amazing buttermilk, these scones are tender and delicious and super easy to make too! www.savingdessert.com

Brush the tops of the peach scones with an egg mixture before baking, then sprinkle with sugar and almonds.

You can skip the sugar and almond topping, and, once cooled, drizzle with an almond flavored icing as a sweet, delicious option. Not sure which you want? Prepare half the recipe with almonds and half with icing!

 

Almond Peach Scones ~ made with fresh diced peaches, grated almond paste and amazing buttermilk, these scones are tender and delicious and super easy to make too! www.savingdessert.com

Serve with honey, butter and jam if desired, or just plain is fine too.

Want to know more about the jam pictured here? Check out our recipe for this super easy, no cook Nectarine Blueberry Freezer Jam, it’s terrific with these scones or any old biscuit 🙂

 

Almond Peach Scones ~ made with fresh diced peaches, grated almond paste and amazing buttermilk, these scones are tender and delicious and super easy to make too! www.savingdessert.com

Can peach scones be frozen?

Almond peach scones are best eaten the day they are made but leftovers can be frozen, too. Thaw at room temperature and serve.

 

 

 

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Almond Peach Scones

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 13 Scones
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Author: Tricia
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5 from 2 votes
With fresh diced peaches, almond paste and buttermilk, these scones are tender and delicious and easy to make too!

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 ounces unsalted butter, frozen then grated
  • 7 ounces almond paste, frozen then grated using the large-hole side of a box grater
  • 1 cup buttermilk, well shaken
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 large peach, peeled and chopped into ½-inch dice
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg whisked with 1 teaspoon cold water (for brushing)
  • coarse sugar for topping (optional)
  • 1 cup sliced almonds for topping (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda.
  • Add the cold grated butter to the flour mixture and toss with a spatula until incorporated, breaking up any large clumps. Some pea size chunks of butter is good. Add the grated almond paste, tossing to incorporate, breaking up any large chunks.
  • In a large measuring cup combine the buttermilk, almond extract and 1 egg. Whisk until combined.
  • Add the buttermilk mixture and the peaches to the flour mixture. Fold together using a spatula until a dough starts to come together. Do not over mix. (It may be a little dry)
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured work surface and knead gently to combine, just until it is no longer crumbling. Gently press the dough into a ¾-inch thick round and cut into scones using a 2 ½ inch biscuit cutter.
  • Place the scones 2-inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each since with the egg and water mixture. Sprinkled with coarse sugar, then sliced almond, then a little more sugar.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool. ¼Serve slightly warm or room temperature.

Recipe Notes

  • Scones are best eaten then day they are made but leftovers will keep for several days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Optional:  Omit the sugar and almond topping and instead drizzle with a simple icing made with 1 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract and about 1 tablespoon milk, more or less for desired consistency. Scones will not keep as long if they are iced.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

Nutrition

Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 258mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 311IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 2mg

 

Here are a few more peachy recipes you might enjoy:

A simple fresh peach and almond shortcake from savingdessert.com

This simple little Peach & Almond Shortcake is delicious and so easy to make too. Click HERE to get the recipe for Peach & Almond Shortcake.

 

 

A slice of fresh peach pie with ice cream on top from savingdessert.com

Fresh Peach Pie  made with juicy, ripe peaches and a flaky, buttery pastry crust. Don’t forget the ice cream! Click HERE to get the recipe for Fresh Peach Pie.

 

 

Here are a few of the tools used in making these scones:  (Each photo is clickable)

 

       

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Looking for a few more peach recipes?  Our Fresh Peach Crumb Bars are so easy and delicious, a real crowd pleaser. When peaches are at their best, this 2-ingredient Peach Sherbet is crazy delicious!  With only two ingredients it’s important that the fruit be sweet, juicy, and loaded with great peach flavor.  It makes all the difference!  Another simple favorite are these Ripe Peach Popsicles from The View from Great Island.  For a refreshing peachy summer drink, try this Peach Lemonade from Chelsea’s Messy Apron.  Still need more peach recipes?  How about these gorgeous Brown Sugar Peach Pancakes from Oh Sweet Basil and this healthy Baked Peach Almond Oatmeal recipe from Two Peas & Their Pod.

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42 Comments

  3. Susan

    I was just thinking about scones this morning and how much I love them. And, you know how much I love almonds 🙂 I’ve only ever bought the almond paste in a can but have to look for this smaller box! How do you grate it, Trisha?

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    • Tricia Buice

      Thanks Susan! This almond paste comes in a foil type sealed paper wrapper. Once frozen and the wrapper removed, it is super easy to grate on a large hole box grater. It looks like a stick of butter almost. Hope that makes sense!

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    • Tricia Buice

      Thanks Chris – I’ve used the grated almond paste method in many treats over the years, and this time tried grating the butter too. The results are wonderful. Hope you have a lovely weekend!

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  9. Monica

    It’s funny because when I made almond scones, I made a peach shortcake for my husband with it! You have incorporated the peaches right in…how fun and smart, plus tasty! I wonder if it’d work with cherries since everyone always pairs almonds with cherries. : )

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  11. Mary

    Peach and Almond – one of life’s greatest pleasures. ???? I love anything with Almond flavour. And with Peach. Even though it’s not Peach season just at present, I will find a way! These will be coming out of my oven soonest. ????Yum! And thanks for the recipe.

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  12. Stephanie

    I love the peaches and almond combination. Will make after getting the almond paste. Thanks for the recipe!

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    • Tricia Buice

      Yeah! Thanks Stephanie – if you get the chance to make them – I would love for you to post a photo on Instagram and tag me so I can see it 🙂 Good luck – hope you love them too and thanks again!

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  14. cheri

    Such a clever idea to use almond paste in the scones, I know that I would love these, the texture, the flake, the flavor everything. Sounds like your B&B guests are getting the royal treatment;)

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  20. Tara

    Such wonderful summer flavors in these scones! The combination of peach and almond sounds perfect. I love the coarse sugar on the top.

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