Glazed Apple Scones are the perfect start to your day! These buttery scones are loaded with tender apple pieces and drizzled with a sweet glaze that takes them over the top. Ideal for breakfast or as an afternoon snack, they are quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends!
Table of Contents
- Glazed Apple Scones Recipe
- Ingredients for Glazed Apple Scones
- How to Make Glazed Apple Scones
- Tips for Making Glazed Apple Scones
- Make-Ahead Instructions
- Storing Leftovers
- Freezing Glazed Apple Scones
- Reheating Glazed Apple Scones
- Serving Suggestions
- FAQs
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Glazed Apple Scones Recipe
- Quick to Prepare: These scones come together in about 30 minutes from start to finish, making them an ideal choice for busy mornings.
- Soft, Flaky Texture: The combination of butter and cream ensures a wonderful texture that’s soft but still holds its shape, perfect to pair with your favorite jam.
- Perfectly Sweetened: The glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the natural flavors of the apples, resulting in the ideal balance.
Ingredients for Glazed Apple Scones
- All-Purpose Flour: Forms the base of the scones. You want to use a good-quality flour for best results.
- Baking Powder: Helps the scones rise and achieve that fluffy texture.
- Sugar: Gives just a hint of sweetness to the dough itself.
- Salt: Enhances the flavors in the scones.
- Cold Butter: Blocks of butter work best; it gives scones their flaky texture when cut into the flour.
- Milk or Cream: Adds moisture to the dough and helps bind the ingredients.
- Apples: Peeled and diced, these provide a delicious burst of flavor and moisture.
- Powdered Sugar: Essential for making the sweet glaze.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds a lovely flavor to both the scones and the glaze.
How to Make Glazed Apple Scones
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the diced apples and stir gently to combine.
- Pour in milk (or cream) and mix until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently shape into a rectangle, about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into triangles or use a biscuit cutter for rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- While the scones cool, whisk together the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth, then drizzle over the scones.
Tips for Making Glazed Apple Scones
- Chill Your Ingredients: For the best flaky texture, be sure to use cold butter and chilled milk or cream.
- Don’t Overmix: Mix just until combined to keep the scones tender and light.
- Customize with Spices: Feel free to add cinnamon or nutmeg for additional flavor!
Make-Ahead Instructions
- You can cut the scones and place them on the baking sheet, then refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Alternatively, you can prepare the dough and freeze it wrapped in plastic wrap to bake fresh scones later.
Storing Leftovers
Store any leftover scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them, where they’ll keep for up to a week.
Freezing Glazed Apple Scones
- To freeze baked scones, let them cool completely, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap followed by foil.
- Alternatively, freeze the unbaked scones on a tray, then transfer them to a freezer bag once solid.
Reheating Glazed Apple Scones
- Reheat baked scones in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until warmed through.
- For frozen scones, directly bake them from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Serving Suggestions
FAQs
Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier alternative.
How can I make the scones less sweet?
Reduce the amount of sugar in the scone mixture and glaze to taste.
Can I use other fruits in this recipe?
Absolutely! Pears or even berries would work well in place of apples.
What’s the best way to enjoy scones?
Serve them warm with butter, clotted cream, or your favorite jam!
Can scones be made gluten-free?
Yes! You can substitute a gluten-free baking blend in place of all-purpose flour.
