Description
Delight in these Cinnamon Bun Scones, a perfect blend of tender, flaky dough with a sweet swirl of cinnamon sugar. Easy to make and ready in just 35 minutes, these scones boast a buttery texture complemented by a warm cinnamon flavor, ideal for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Filling
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the scones to a golden perfection.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, which creates the flaky texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, stirring gently until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix to keep the scones tender.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, combine ground cinnamon and brown sugar; set aside for layering onto the dough.
- Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough into a flat rectangle or circle shape.
- Layer with Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough to create that signature cinnamon bun flavor.
- Fold and Shape: Fold the dough over itself to trap the cinnamon sugar inside and shape into a circle. Cut the dough into wedges, like slices of a pie.
- Bake: Arrange the scone wedges on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until they turn a lovely golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the scones to cool slightly before serving to enjoy their best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is cold for proper flakiness in the scones.
- Do not overwork the dough to avoid tough scones.
- Serve warm with butter, honey, or cream for extra indulgence.
- For a richer flavor, substitute milk with buttermilk.
- Store leftover scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
