Sunday Brunch: Warm Apple Cinnamon Scone Recipe

Ronique — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 13:30:06 +0000

Is there ever a bad time to make a warm batch of scone recipe? Happy Sunday Stagetecture readers. Is there anything better than the fresh smell of warm cinnamon? Whether it’s in oatmeal, your favorite hot drink, or from a warm breakfast bed, cinnamon makes Sundays wonderful. Here’s a warm apple cinnamon scones recipe from Taste of Home. Whether you serve these fresh or freeze them for later, you will love these scones anytime!

Sunday Brunch: Warm Cinnamon Scone Recipe

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Yield: 8 scones.

Scone Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup toasted wheat germ
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup cold butter
1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup honey

TOPPING:

2 teaspoons wheat germ
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Scone Recipe Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, wheat germ, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and nutmeg. Cut in the butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the apple, milk and honey; add to dry ingredients just until moistened.

2. Turn onto a floured surface and knead gently 5-6 times. Gently pat dough into a 9-in. circle, about 1/2 in thick. Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over dough. Cut into eight wedges.

3. Separate wedges and place 1 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Whether you want to serve this warm scones recipe for your next Sunday brunch or you freeze them and enjoy them at a later date, they will always be delicious! We also love eating them with warm strawberry preserves! Who can resist an easy pastry that makes your entire home smell lovely? Looking for more scone recipes on Stagetecture? Take a look at this scone recipe.

Want to Know How to Make Scones from the pros?

Alton Brown of the Food Network has a great and simple scone recipe. Learn how to make scones with his simple directions. The best 50 Scone cookbook is a great resource if you’re looking for more delicious recipes.