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An apple scone with caramel glaze and chopped pecan garnish.

Apple Cinnamon Scones with Caramel Glaze

Katelyn Theofanis
Buttery, tender Apple Cinnamon Scones are packed with apples, pecans, and cinnamon flavor. Finished with homemade caramel glaze, these scones are a breakfast treat. Enjoy one with coffee or tea.
4.34 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 scones
Calories 361 kcal

Ingredients
  

Apple Cinnamon Scones

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 cup Granny Smith apples peeled and chopped small
  • cup pecans chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold, plus more for brushing

Caramel Glaze

  • ½ cup unsalted butter sliced into pieces
  • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup milk

Instructions
 

Apple Cinnamon Pecan Scones

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until thoroughly incorporated. 
  • Cut in the cold cubed butter with a pastry blender or two forks until pea-sized pieces remain. Stir in the cup of chopped apples and the pecan pieces.
  • Pour the heavy cream in slowly, gently mixing until the dough is moist and begins to come together. Remove the dough from the bowl and place it on a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough until it comes together and shape it into two round flattened disks. It is essential that you do not over-knead. 
  • With a bench scraper, portion each disk of dough into 6 triangles. Place the dough wedges onto a parchment-lined sheet tray and place them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. 
  • Preheat the oven to 400° F. Brush each scone with heavy cream. Place the scones in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. 

Caramel Glaze

  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat - add the brown sugar. Cook, stirring continually until the mixture comes to a boil. Boil for 2- 3 minutes. Allow the caramel glaze to cool until thickened before drizzling it over the scones.
  • Add the vanilla extract and the milk in a steady stream while stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil, and boil for 3 minutes. Remove the glaze from the heat.
  • Cool the caramel glaze until thickened before drizzling it over the scones. Sprinkle each scone with pecans. Allow the glaze to set before eating the scones.

Notes

  • STORE: Stored at room temperature, these apple scones will stay fresh for up to 3 days. If stored in the refrigerator, homemade scones will stay fresh for up to a week. 
  • FREEZE: Transfer the cooled {unglazed} scones to an airtight container. Separate the layers with wax paper. Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life. Thaw completely before drizzling with the glaze.

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 780IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 1mg
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