apple and honey scones with sweet cinnamon topping baked goods
Lyman Indeck
Ingredients
- Apple and Honey Scones Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour
- Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Egg, beaten
- Milk
- Honey
- Apples (Grated or diced)
- Sweet Cinnamon Topping Ingredients:
- Cinnamon
- Brown sugar
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Ground nutmeg (Optional for enhanced flavor)
Steps
### Apple and Honey Scones with Sweet Cinnamon Topping
#### Introduction
Apple and honey scones are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of apples with the warmth of cinnamon, all baked to perfection in this simple yet elegant recipe. Perfect for breakfast or as a dessert, these scones offer a unique twist on traditional scone recipes.
#### Ingredients (for 12-15 Scones)
- **All-Purpose Flour** - 300 grams
- **Unsalted Butter** - 170 grams, softened
- **Granulated Sugar** - 60 grams
- **Honey** - 2 tablespoons
- **Dried Apples** - 150 grams (coarsely chopped)
- **Cinnamon Powder** - 1/4 teaspoon
- **Baking Powder** - 1 tablespoon
- **Salt** - 1/4 teaspoon
- **Eggs** - 2 large, beaten
- **Milk** - 60 milliliters
#### Sweet Cinnamon Topping Ingredients
- **Granulated Sugar** - 3 tablespoons
- **Ground Cinnamon** - 1 tablespoon
#### Instructions
1. **Preheat the Oven**
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. **Prepare the Scones**
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, honey, dried apples, cinnamon powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. **Add Wet Ingredients**
Cut in the softened butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add beaten eggs and milk, stirring just enough to form a soft dough.
4. **Shape Scones**
On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for about 1-2 minutes. Roll out the dough into a circle approximately 3 cm (1 inch) thick. Cut into circles using a round cookie cutter or glass.
5. **Apply Topping**
Place each scone onto the prepared baking tray. In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon powder to create the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of each scone.
6. **Bake**
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Ensure that they are fully cooked by checking with a toothpick inserted into the center; it should come out clean.
7. **Cool and Serve**
Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy them warm with a cup of tea or coffee!
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By following these detailed steps, you can create a delicious batch of apple and honey scones with sweet cinnamon topping that will delight everyone who tries them. Perfect for a cozy morning or a festive treat!