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Apple Cinnamon Scones

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These easy homemade apple cinnamon scones are packed with juicy apple pieces and a swirl of cinnamon sugar, making them the perfect cozy fall breakfast or snack. With simple pantry ingredients and a quick prep, they deliver a tender, flaky texture and irresistible aroma every time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65g)
  • 2 tsp baking powder (8g)
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon (5g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (3g)
  • 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, grated or diced (85g)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120ml), plus more for brushing
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and diced small (about 1 cup / 120g), preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar mixed with 1/2 tsp cinnamon (for cinnamon sugar topping and swirl)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (50g)
  • Optional: 1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries (40g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. Grate cold butter directly into the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or two forks to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with visible bits of butter.
  4. Gently fold in diced apples and any optional nuts or dried fruit.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
  6. Use a spatula or your hands to gently bring the dough together. If too dry, add a splash more cream; if too sticky, dust with a little extra flour.
  7. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into a circle about 1 inch thick and 7 inches wide. Sprinkle half the cinnamon sugar over the surface, fold the dough over once to swirl, then pat into a circle again.
  8. Cut the circle into 8 even wedges using a sharp knife or bench scraper. Transfer scones to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  9. Brush the tops with extra cream and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar.
  10. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and the edges are set. Start checking at 18 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  11. Let scones cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Keep all ingredients, especially butter, as cold as possible for the flakiest scones. Don’t overmix the dough—stop as soon as it comes together. For extra flavor, toss apples with a bit of lemon juice and orange zest before adding. Scones are best fresh but can be reheated in the oven for a crisp top. For gluten-free or dairy-free versions, use 1-to-1 gluten-free flour and vegan butter/coconut milk.

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