Instructions: This low-fat scone variation uses applesauce instead of cream for sweetness and moisture.

Prep 25 mins; cook 12-15 mins. Preheat oven to 400F and coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

1. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Cut in butter and margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

2. In a small bowl, combine applesauce, milk and egg yolk until smooth; stir into flour mixture just until moistened.

3. Turn out onto floured surface; knead gently 5 to 6 times. Pat into an 8-inch circle, then cut into 12 wedges. Place wedges 1 inch apart on baking sheet.

4. Beat egg white until frothy; brush over scones. Sprinkle with extra sugar. (See variation.) Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Variation: Add diced candied ginger or turbinado sugar on top.

FYI - The restaurant is located in Los Angeles. Fords cuisine combine California farm-fresh produce with hints of Mediterranean. Weekday breakfast and brunch are popular meals for the restaurant. These scones would make a great gift.

Recipe featured in "Tasteful Gifts," by J. G. Watson in Shape Cooks

NOTES : This low-fat scone variation uses applesauce instead of cream for sweetness and moisture.

rep 25 mins; cook 12-15 mins. Preheat oven to 400F and coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

1. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Cut in butter and margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

2. In a small bowl, combine applesauce, milk and egg yolk until smooth; stir into flour mixture just until moistened.

3. Turn out onto floured surface; knead gently 5 to 6 times. Pat into an 8-inch circle, then cut into 12 wedges. Place wedges 1 inch apart on baking sheet.

4. Beat egg white until frothy; brush overscones. Sprinkle with extra sugar. (See variation.) Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Variation: Add diced candied ginger or turbinado sugar on top.

FYI - The restaurant is located in Los Angeles. Fords cuisine combine California farm-fresh produce with hints of Mediterranean.

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