There is a rumor out on the internet that making scones in the food processor overworks the dough. This can be true if you really mix too much, but food processors also allow you to make delicious, flaky scones with just moments of effort! It's all about mixing in very brief bursts. I typically mix the dry ingredients for one second, mix the cold butter for 5 seconds, then mix the wet ingredients and apples for 3-5 seconds. That's a very minimal amount of effort (and mess), and I end up with lovely, flaky scones every single time. So easy!