Description
These Cinnamon Bun Scones combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a tender, crumbly texture. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, they are finished with a sweet vanilla glaze, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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Scones
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup oats (quick or old-fashioned)
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
- ¾ cup 2% milk
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl
- 2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Glaze
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 to 4 teaspoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the scones: Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat it to 425°F (220°C). Spray a 12×18 inch baking pan with nonstick spray or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, oats, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in the cold butter pieces until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add wet ingredients: In a separate small bowl, blend together the 2% milk, lightly beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture all at once to the dry ingredients and stir gently with a fork or rubber spatula just until the dry ingredients are moistened.
- Incorporate cinnamon swirl: In another small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the dough in the bowl, then gently stir to create a cinnamon swirl effect without fully blending it in.
- Shape and bake: Drop the dough by ¼ cupfuls (or use an ice cream scoop) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes or until the scones are golden brown. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk (3 to 4 teaspoons) to reach a smooth, drizzling consistency.
- Glaze the scones: Drizzle the glaze over the tops of the warm scones before serving for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to ensure the scones remain tender.
- Use cold butter to create a flaky texture in the scones.
- The cinnamon swirl should be gently incorporated for a marbled effect.
- The glaze can be adjusted for thickness by varying the milk amount.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cinnamon Bun Scones, cinnamon scones, breakfast scones, sweet scones, cinnamon swirl, baked scones, easy scones, scone recipe
