Brown Sugar Scones
Treat yourself to the irresistible warmth of homemade Brown Sugar Scones, where rich caramel notes of light or dark brown sugar take center stage. These light, buttery scones are elevated with a touch of vanilla and a kiss of sweetness, perfect for pairing with your morning coffee or afternoon tea. Crafted with simple pantry staples and quick to bake in just 15 minutes, this recipe features a delicate crumb and golden edges, with the option to sprinkle extra brown sugar on top for an irresistibly sweet finish. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience or at room temperature for easy snacking. Whether you're hosting a brunch or enjoying a cozy weekend, these scones deliver bakery-quality results right from your oven.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup Brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Milk (optional, for brushing)
- 2 teaspoons Brown sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and egg.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a round disc about 1 inch thick.
Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the disc into 8 equal wedges.
Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
If desired, brush the tops of the scones with milk and sprinkle with a little extra brown sugar for a golden, sweet finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden on the edges.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your homemade brown sugar scones!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.7 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.6 g | 438% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 600 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 2725 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.4 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 476 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
