Apple Scones
Apple scones are a delightful blend of sweet baked apples and warm cinnamon, creating the perfect cozy treat for any occasion. With a flaky exterior and tender, juicy interior, these scones make an irresistible breakfast or afternoon snack. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this easy recipe will fill your kitchen with enticing aromas and leave your taste buds dancing. Gather your ingredients and let’s create something magical together!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 scones 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup cold butter, diced
- 1 cup Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Fold in the chopped apples.
- In a separate bowl, combine milk and vanilla; then add to the dry ingredients until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, pat into a circle about 1-inch thick, and cut into wedges or desired shapes.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg