Currant Scone Mix

Name: Currant Scone Mix
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 2/3 cup sugar; 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup shortening; 1-1/2 cups dried currants or raisins; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup water

10 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups dried currants or raisins
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup water

Directions

1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, milk powder, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add currants. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 2 batches (6 cups total).
2

To prepare scones: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups mix, egg and water until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 5-6 times. Transfer to a greased
3

and pat into a 9-in. circle. Cut into eight wedges (do not separate). Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.