Irresistible Maple Pecan Scones in Just 35 Minutes
Enjoy these maple pecan scones for a sweet and nutty breakfast treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- In a separate bowl, mix heavy cream, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a 7-inch circle. Cut into 8 wedges.
- Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, drizzle with additional maple syrup before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg