Description
Apple Scones with Cinnamon Glaze combine sweet fresh apples and warm cinnamon spice in a tender, flaky plant-based pastry topped with a luscious natural cinnamon glaze. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these scones feature simple wholesome ingredients and a beautifully balanced flavor, making a comforting treat that delights any time of day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (natural)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup softened plant-based butter
- 1/4 cup chopped smoked turkey bacon
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Apple Mixture
- 1 fresh apple, diced
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Cinnamon Glaze
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (natural)
- 2 tablespoons grape juice
- 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Mixture: In a small bowl, toss diced fresh apples with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (natural) and 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent. This ensures the apple pieces remain tender and hold their shape in the scones.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (natural). Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Cut in Plant-Based Butter and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut 1/2 cup softened plant-based butter and 1/4 cup chopped smoked turkey bacon into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
- Add Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup plant-based milk and 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture, gently folding to form a dough without overmixing to keep scones tender.
- Incorporate the Apple Mixture: Fold the prepared apple mixture gently and evenly into the dough, ensuring juicy apple bursts in every bite.
- Shape and Bake: Turn dough onto a floured surface. Pat into a 1-inch thick circle and cut into 8 equal wedges. Place wedges on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes until golden and risen.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Glaze: While scones bake, whisk 3/4 cup powdered sugar (natural), 1 teaspoon cinnamon (natural), 2 tablespoons grape juice, and 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Glaze and Serve: When scones have cooled slightly, drizzle the cinnamon glaze generously over each wedge for a sweet and warm finish.
Notes
- Use cold plant-based butter for best flaky texture.
- Do not overwork the dough to keep scones tender.
- Choose crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for ideal texture and flavor.
- Apply the cinnamon glaze while scones are warm for better absorption and shine.
- Adjust cinnamon amount in dough and glaze to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple scones, cinnamon glaze, plant-based scones, breakfast scones, snack, dessert, cinnamon, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based butter