Description
These Apple Cinnamon Scones offer a comforting and delicious treat, featuring soft, flaky scones filled with juicy apple chunks and warm cinnamon spices. Perfect for cozy mornings or an anytime snack, these scones balance a tender crumb with natural sweetness, making them a crowd favorite. Easy to make and versatile, they are ideal for breakfast or tea time and customizable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cold vegan butter, cubed
- 1 cup fresh apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/3 cup plant-based yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 egg substitute
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder (natural), ground cinnamon (natural), and granulated sugar. Whisk thoroughly to evenly distribute all the ingredients and break up any clumps for a smooth, airy mix.
- Cut in the Vegan Butter: Take the cold vegan butter and cut it into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, quickly incorporate the butter into the dry mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. This is key to creating those signature flaky layers.
- Add Apples and Wet Ingredients: Fold in the fresh chopped apples gently to prevent breaking the chunks. Then mix plant-based yogurt, vanilla extract (natural), plant-based milk, and your egg substitute in a separate bowl. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined; avoid overmixing to keep scones tender.
- Shape and Cut the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, lightly knead just to bring it together, then pat it into a round disc about 1 inch thick. Use a sharp knife to cut into equal wedges or use a cookie cutter for fun shapes.
- Bake and Cool: Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Brush tops lightly with plant-based milk and sprinkle a little sugar for a slight crunch. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Keep ingredients cold: Cold vegan butter and chilled liquids help create flaky layers.
- Don’t overmix dough: Mix just until ingredients come together to avoid dense scones.
- Choose the right apple: Firm varieties like Fuji or Granny Smith hold shape and add refreshing tartness.
- Cut scones evenly: Uniform sizes ensure even baking and a consistent crumb.
- Experiment with spices: Adjust cinnamon and add warming spices for personalized flavor layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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