Cinnamon Scones with Vanilla Cinnamon Drizzle
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
183 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
American, International, British
Cinnamon Scones with Vanilla Cinnamon Drizzle
Description
Cinnamon Scones with Vanilla Cinnamon Drizzle are made by combining flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, into which cold cubed butter is rubbed until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Milk and vanilla extract are then mixed in to form a soft dough, gently kneaded to avoid toughness. The dough is rolled about half an inch thick and cut into rounds, which are glazed with milk before baking at a high temperature for 15 to 20 minutes until risen and golden.
The scones carry a warm cinnamon flavor through the dough, enhanced by a vanilla cinnamon icing. The drizzle is made by mixing powdered sugar with cinnamon, vanilla, and milk to a thick yet pourable consistency, then drizzled over cooled scones. This adds a sweet, aromatic layer that complements the tender crumb inside.
These scones make a cozy companion to tea or coffee, providing a sweet but balanced treat. The warm spices and vanilla work well for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. Their golden crust and soft interior offer a pleasant textural contrast.
Care is taken not to overwork the dough to prevent toughness, and the nutritional info varies with ingredient brands and preparation method. Using caster sugar keeps the dough light. You can add the glaze once scones have cooled slightly to avoid melting.
Ingredients
- 2 and ⅔ cups all-purpose flour 325g, plain
- 2 tablespoon caster sugar
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter cut into cubes, cold, half a stick, 70g
- ¾ cup milk semi-skimmed, 180ml
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- milk , to glaze
For the vanilla cinnamon drizzle
- ¾ cup powdered sugar icing sugar, 75g
- ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 teaspoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/400F. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder and salt. Rub in the butter with your fingertips until it forms fine crumbs. Using a knife, mix in the milk and vanilla until the dough starts to come together.
- Tip the mixture onto a lightly floured surface and knead 3 or 4 times. Don’t overwork the dough or the scones could become tough.
- Pat the dough out to ½ inch/2cm thickness. Use a 2 ½ inch/6cm round cookie cutter with the edge dipped in flour to cut out as many scones as possible. Pat the scraps back to a dough and repeat.
- Place the rounds onto the baking sheet and brush the tops with the milk
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until risen and golden.
For the vanilla cinnamon drizzle:
- Mix the sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Add the vanilla and 1 teaspoon of the milk, then stir until it reaches a thick drizzling consistency. If necessary to reach the required consistency, add more milk 1 teaspoon at a time to thin, or 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar at a time to thicken. Drizzle over the cooled scones.
- Best enjoyed on the same day or within 2 days if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- Rub cold butter into the flour mixture quickly to maintain a tender, flaky texture.
- Do not over-knead the dough to prevent tough scones.
- Use a floured cutter for clean rounds and re-knead scraps gently to avoid overworking.
- Apply the vanilla cinnamon drizzle after scones have cooled slightly to retain its texture.
- Nutritional values may vary depending on ingredient brands and baking conditions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 183 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 183kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 98mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 90mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 160IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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