Imagine biting into a warm, buttery scone packed with sweet, tender apple chunks and drizzled with a decadent brown sugar glaze that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These aren't just ordinary scones - they're a breakfast dream come true that will transform your morning routine from mundane to magical. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these Brown Sugar Glazed Apple Scones are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 scones
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape into a round disk about 1-inch thick.
- Cut the disk into 8 equal wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each scone.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While scones are cooling, prepare the brown sugar glaze by mixing 1/4 cup brown sugar with 1 tablespoon milk until smooth.
- Once scones are slightly cooled, drizzle the brown sugar glaze over the top of each scone.
- Allow glaze to set for 5-10 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
Tips
- Keep your butter COLD: The secret to flaky scones is using ice-cold butter that hasn't been softened. Cut it into small cubes and work quickly to maintain its temperature.
- Don't overmix: Mix the dough just until ingredients are combined. Overmixing will develop gluten and make your scones tough instead of tender.
- Use fresh, firm apples: Choose varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp that hold their shape during baking and provide a nice tartness against the sweet glaze.
- For extra richness, brush the scones with heavy cream before baking to achieve a beautiful golden-brown color.
- Let the scones cool slightly before glazing to prevent the sugar from becoming too runny and ensure a perfect drizzle.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 55mg
