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Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze

Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze: Your Perfect Fall Treat

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Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze are a delightful treat combining tender pastry with sweet apples and spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure; swap with a gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Provides lift; ensure freshness for optimal results.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Adds warmth and flavor; feel free to adjust based on your taste!
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Enhances aromatic quality; can be omitted or replaced with allspice for a different twist.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Sweetens the dough; brown sugar adds a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness; it's a must for enhancing overall flavor.
  • 5 tbsp Butter very cold, cubed; creates tenderness.
  • 2 cups Apples chopped, peeled if desired; try Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Granny Smith.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Binds ingredients and adds moisture.
For the Easy Maple Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Adds rich sweetness; the star of this delightful topping!
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Enhances the glaze richness; mix well with maple syrup for velvety goodness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food Processor
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Bench scraper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze
  2. In a food processor, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, and salt. Pulse until well mixed, about 10 seconds. Add cubed butter and pulse again until it resembles damp sand.
    Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze
  3. Transfer the flour mixture to a large bowl, stir in chopped apples, and gradually mix in heavy cream until a shaggy dough forms.
    Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze
  4. Lightly flour a clean surface, transfer the dough onto it, and knead briefly for about 5-10 seconds until it comes together.
    Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze
  5. Pat the dough into a circle about ¾ inch thick, cut into 8 wedges, place on the baking sheet, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
    Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze
  6. Brush tops with heavy cream and bake for 13-15 minutes until golden brown, ensuring a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
    Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze
  7. Cool slightly on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then drizzle with maple glaze and serve warm.
    Moist Apple Scones with Maple Glaze

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These scones can be stored unbaked in the fridge or frozen for later enjoyment. Use fresh ingredients for best results.

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