Macadamia Nut & Berry Scones

These scones work well with many different flavor variations and textures. Fresh or frozen berries, chopped dates, or raisins are some tasty substitutions.

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole spelt flour
• ½ cup fine oat bran
• ½ cup ground toasted macadamia nuts
• 1 Tbsp. baking powder
• pinch sea salt
• 1/3 cup liquid coconut oil
• 1/3 cup agave + ¼ cup to drizzle
• ¼ cup brewed tea
• 2 tsp. vanilla extract
• ½ cup berries, chopped if necessary

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl mix spelt flour, oat bran, nuts, baking powder and sea salt.
3. Combine oil, 1/3 cup agave, tea, and vanilla in a small bowl. Pour into flour mixture and stir gently.
4. Add berries and stir to just combine. A few dry spots are fine.
5. Scoop out ¼ cup batter into your hands, gently press flat on a clean surface and then lay on the baking sheet. Leave about 2 inches between each scone. Bake for 15 minutes.
6. Immediately after removing scones from oven, drizzle with remaining ¼ cup agave.
7. Let cool on baking sheet for about 10 minutes. Afterwards transfer to cooling racks. Scones can be kept for a few days at room temperature or frozen for up to a week. Enjoy!

Yields 10-12 Scones

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