Description
These Apple Cinnamon Raisin Scones are a delightful treat with a perfect balance of flavors. Loaded with chopped apples, sweet raisins, and warm spices, these tender scones are a cozy addition to any breakfast or snack time.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup peeled and finely chopped apple (such as Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 2/3 cup heavy cream (plus more for brushing)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Coarse sugar for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Incorporate butter: Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add fruits: Stir in the chopped apple and raisins.
- Prepare wet mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Shape and bake: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, pat into a circle, cut into wedges, transfer to baking sheet, brush with cream, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the scones cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- These scones are best enjoyed warm and fresh.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in the oven for a crisp texture.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
