"For a special treat, beat heavy whipping cream past the stiff peak stage--but not quite to the butter stage--and spread on a scone fresh from the oven...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon crushed or ground cardamom
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1/3 cup butter or margarine
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1 beaten egg
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1/3 cup maple syrup or maple-flavored syrup
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1/3 cup half-and-half or light cream
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1/2 cup snipped, pitted dates