Description
These Apple Cinnamon Raisin Scones are cozy, buttery, and packed with juicy apples, sweet raisins, and warm cinnamon spice. They’re the perfect homemade treat for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting afternoon snack alongside a cup of tea or coffee!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 cup peeled and finely diced apple (about 1 medium apple)
- 2/3 cup heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
- 1 large egg
- 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 the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the raisins and diced apples until evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle and cut into 8 wedges.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with extra cream for a golden finish.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use a tart apple like Granny Smith for a nice contrast in sweetness.
- If you prefer, you can swap raisins for dried cranberries or chopped nuts.
- Drizzle a simple powdered sugar glaze over the top for an extra touch of sweetness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg