Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Moist Apple Scones drizzled in a luscious Maple Glaze. Perfectly tender and bursting with sweet apple pieces and warm cinnamon, these scones are an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. The easy-to-follow recipe requires basic pantry ingredients and minimal prep time, making it a delightful option for bakers of all levels. Whether served at a family gathering or enjoyed with a cup of coffee, these fluffy apple scones are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 scones 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 3 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 5 tbsp cold butter (cubed)
- ½ cup apples (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream (plus more for brushing)
- Easy Maple Glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until the mixture resembles damp sand.
- Transfer to a bowl, gently stir in apples, and add heavy cream until just combined.
- Knead the dough briefly on a floured surface and shape it into an inch-thick circle. Cut into wedges.
- Chill for 15 minutes before brushing tops with cream and baking for 13-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle with maple glaze once slightly cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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