Description
Warm, spiced scones infused with chai flavors and topped with a sweet maple chai glaze.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1–2 tbsp strong brewed chai tea, cooled
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and all spices. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla. Pour into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, and pat into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and chai tea until smooth. Drizzle over cooled scones.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Method: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 4g