Low Fat Cinnamon Scones
Indulge in the comforting warmth of spice without the guilt with these Low Fat Cinnamon Scones—light, fluffy, and bursting with aromatic cinnamon flavor. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack, this recipe uses healthy swaps like unsweetened applesauce and low-fat milk to keep the scones tender without excess butter or cream. Ready in under 35 minutes, these scones come together easily with simple pantry staples and feature a hint of sweetness balanced by the subtle richness of vanilla. For a finishing touch, add a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar to elevate their irresistible appeal. Serve them warm with your favorite tea or coffee for a wholesome treat that feels decadently indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup low fat milk (1% or skim)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg white
- non-stick cooking spray
- 0.5 teaspoon optional: additional cinnamon sugar for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, low fat milk, vanilla extract, and egg white. Stir until smooth.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this might result in tough scones.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently, about 5-6 times, until it comes together.
Shape the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut the dough into 8 equal wedges.
Place the scones about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
If desired, sprinkle the top of each scone with a little cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your low fat cinnamon scones with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 2669 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.6 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 697 mg | 15% | |
*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.
