Name: Figgy Scones
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 hr
Yield: Makes 20 scones
Ingredients: 3/4 cup well-shaken buttermilk; 1/4 cup pure maple syrup; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/2 lb dried Calmyrna figs, stems discarded and figs cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups); 2 large egg yolks; parchment paper

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Figgy SconesRomulo Yanes

Drop scones are a boon for busy holiday bakers, since they're a snap to make and almost foolproof. These bake up light and fluffy. A touch of maple syrup and pieces of fig make them just sweet enough — ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

Cooks' note:

Scones are best eaten the day they're made.

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