Easy Maple Apple Scones Recipe for Cozy Fall Mornings
These easy maple apple scones are the perfect fall treat with a sweet glaze and cozy flavors.
Servings: 8 scones
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely chopped apple
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, maple syrup, cream, and vanilla extract.
- Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until just combined. Fold in chopped apples.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a circle about 1-inch thick.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with maple syrup until smooth, then drizzle over scones.