Fennel-Grapefruit Scones with Plum Compote

Name: Fennel-Grapefruit Scones with Plum Compote
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 12 h 45 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for work surface; 1 tbsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1 tbsp. grapefruit zest; 1 tsp. ground fennel seeds; 3/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1/2 c. cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for serving; 1/2 c. plus 2 tablespoons half-and-half, plus more for tops; 1 lb. plums, pitted and chopped; 1/2 vanilla bean, scraped

This elegant breakfast is the ultimate morning-starter.

By Joseph LeePublished: Sep 8, 2023

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fennel grapefruit scones with plum compote

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

12 hrs 45 mins

Want to bake up a breakfast treat that will wow some overnight guests, or treat the family to something special? Give these easy, anything-but-basic-tasting scones a try. Tart grapefruit and savory fennel seeds pair with sweet fruit (and plenty of butter) for a treat you simply have to try!

This seasonal recipe comes courtesy of Joseph Lee, head chef at Little Cat Lodge in Hillsdale, NY.

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Ingredients

2 1/4 cups
all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for work surface
1 Tbsp.
baking powder
1/2 tsp.
kosher salt
1 Tbsp.
grapefruit zest
1 tsp.
ground fennel seeds
3/4 cup
plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup
cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for serving
1/2 cup
plus 2 tablespoons half-and-half, plus more for tops
1 lb.
plums, pitted and chopped
1/2
vanilla bean, scraped

Directions

1. Step 1Combine flour, baking powder, salt, zest, fennel, and 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar in a food processor. Pulse to combine, 2 to 3 times. Add butter, and pulse until pea-size pieces form, 10 to 12 times. Transfer to a bowl. Add half-and-half and stir just enough for dough to come together (do not overwork).
2. Step 2Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface, and shape into a 6-inch circle (about 1-inch-thick). Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill at least 12 hours.
3. Step 3Combine plums, vanilla bean, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl. Cover and chill at least 12 hours.
4. Step 4Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove dough from plastic wrap, and cut into 6 triangles. Place on prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Brush tops with half-and-half. Bake, until golden brown and cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes. Serve with plum compote alongside.