Description
These Apple Cinnamon Scones are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, combining fresh apples, rich butter, and whipped cream. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, they are easy to make and irresistible with their warm spices and sweet glaze. Enjoy a homemade treat that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup unsalted butter frozen & grated
- 1½ cups grated apple granny smith, gala, or pink lady
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large egg cold
- ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream cold
- ½ cup cinnamon sweet bits store bought or make your own
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated apples and other dry ingredients.
- Add the cold butter and mix until crumbly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and heavy cream before adding to the mixture.
- Stir until just combined, then fold in the cinnamon sweet bits.
- Shape the dough into scones and arrange them on the prepared sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
Use cold ingredients for flaky scones.
These scones can be made ahead and frozen for later enjoyment.
Drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
