Sparkling Cherry Soda Scones (Printable Version)
Cherry-infused scones with sparkling soda, light texture and sweet-tart flavor. Easy, perfect for tea or breakfast.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/2 cup cold sparkling cherry soda
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
08 - 3/4 cup dried tart cherries or chopped fresh/frozen cherries, well-drained
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
→ Topping
10 - 2 tablespoons coarse sugar
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - Add cold cubed unsalted butter. Using a pastry blender or fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in dried tart cherries or chopped, well-drained cherries.
05 - In a separate bowl, mix sparkling cherry soda, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until combined.
06 - Pour wet mixture into dry mixture and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
07 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a round approximately 1 inch thick.
08 - Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
09 - Brush tops with additional heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
10 - Bake at 400°F for 16 to 18 minutes until golden and set. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Made with easy pantry ingredients
- Unique twist using sparkling cherry soda for extra lightness
02 -
- Fresh or frozen cherries must be well-drained to prevent soggy dough
- To make dairy-free scones, substitute coconut cream and vegan butter
03 -
- Use very cold butter for extra flaky scones
- Do not overmix the dough to keep scones tender