Cherry Cream Scones

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

2. 2

   Cover cherries with boiling water, plump for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry on paper towels.

3. 3

   Combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a bowl, mixing well with a fork.

4. 4

   Add the dried cherries and lemon zest.

5. 5

   Stir in cream until dough starts to mass in the center of bowl.

6. 6

   Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface.

7. 7

   Knead lightly a few times.

8. 8

   Push cherries beneath the surface of the dough.

9. 9

   Place on an ungreased cookie sheet.

10. 10

    Pat into a 10-inch circle.

11. 11

    Brush with butter.

12. 12

    Score into 12 wedges, and bake for 12 minutes.