Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Apple Scones with Maple Glaze Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4 from 71 reviews

  • Author: Jane
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 scones
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Tender, buttery apple scones studded with fresh diced apples and spiced with cinnamon, baked to golden perfection and finished with a sweet maple glaze. These scones make a delightful treat for cozy breakfasts or brunch gatherings.

Ingredients

Scones:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup diced firm apple (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg

Maple Glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the scones from sticking and to ensure even baking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients and Cut in Butter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add Apples and Wet Ingredients: Stir the diced apples into the crumbly mixture. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg, then pour this into the flour mixture. Gently mix until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  4. Shape and Cut Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut the circle into 8 equal wedges and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  5. Bake the Scones: Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Prepare the Maple Glaze: While the scones cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
  7. Glaze the Scones: Drizzle the maple glaze generously over the cooled scones, allowing it to set slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use firm apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to ensure the apple pieces hold their shape and add a nice tartness.
  • Make sure the butter is very cold for a flaky texture in the scones.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep the scones tender and light.
  • The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by adding more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze or more milk for a thinner drizzle.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cookingmomy.com/apple-scones-with-maple-glaze-recipe/