Cinnamon Apple Scones with Velvety Vanilla Icing Recipe
Imagine biting into a warm, flaky scone where sweet apple chunks meet cozy cinnamon, all finished with a drizzle of creamy vanilla icing. These Cinnamon Apple Scones with Velvety Vanilla Icing are the ultimate fall treat, perfect with your morning coffee or as an afternoon pick-me-up. After extensive testing, I’ve perfected the method to ensure a tender, buttery crumb every time, making this recipe a reliable favorite in my kitchen.
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Ingredients
- - 2 cups all-purpose flour
- - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- - 1 tablespoon baking powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon salt
- - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- - 1/2 cup buttermilk
- - 1 cup peeled and diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
- - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Creating Cinnamon Apple Scones with Velvety Vanilla Icing can be quite simple, especially if you follow these clear steps:
- to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- . Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- . Cut in Butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- . Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the buttermilk and diced apples gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- . Shape the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut it into 8 wedges.
- . Prepare for Baking: Place the scone wedges on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg to give them a nice golden color when baked.
- . Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- . Cool: Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack while you prepare the icing.
- . Make Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- 0. Drizzle Icing: Once the scones are completely cooled, drizzle the velvety vanilla icing over the top of each scone. By following these steps, you’ll quickly have a batch of delightful Cinnamon Apple Scones that are oh-so-satisfying!
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