Mojito Scones Happy Hour Meet Breakfast
Elevate your brunch game with these Mojito Scones, where happy hour meets breakfast in a delightful fusion of flavors! These buttery, tender scones are infused with fresh mint, zesty lime, and a splash of rum extract for a playful nod to the classic cocktail. Topped with a tangy lime glaze and optional fresh mint garnish, each bite is a refreshingly sweet and citrusy delight. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these scones are perfect for weekend gatherings, a special brunch treat, or even an indulgent afternoon snack. Serve them warm to let the unique mojito-inspired flavors shine—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 teaspoon Rum extract
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 6 leaves Additional fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
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, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, fresh mint, lime zest, and rum extract.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into an 8-inch circle about 1-inch thick.
Cut the dough into 8 wedges (like a pizza) and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 14-16 minutes or until the scones are lightly golden on top. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
While the scones are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the scones have cooled slightly, drizzle the lime glaze over the top. Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the bright, mojito-inspired flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2987 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.3 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.2 g | 436% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 598 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 1663 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 382.2 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 480 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.
