Maple Pecan Scones

Maple Pecan Scones

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Maple Pecan Scones

I love maple syrup season. Although not officially a season, when Spring comes along I start thinking about baking with maple syrup. These maple pecan scones are perfect pairing with your morning coffee or tea. They also make a great addition to any brunch. Scones don;t need to be scary. I highly recommend grating the frozen butter with a box grater ( I used the larger grater on my cheese grater). Some great tools to make these scones: pastry cutter and wheel for cutting. If you make these scones, share your photos and tag me on instagram @pbonaspoon
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Ingredients
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 6 tbsp frozen butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp maple extract
  • ¾ cup heavy cream plus 2 tbsp
  • ⅔ cup chopped pecans
  • Maple Glaze
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp maple extract
  • 1 tsp water
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 400℉.
Step 2
In a medium size bowl whisk flour baking powder and sugar together.
Step 3
Take the frozen butter and grate the butter into the flour mixture. Use two forks or a pastry cutter.
Step 4
In a separate bowl add the egg, maple extract and heavy cream and whisk together.
Step 5
Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture and stir until completely combined. Add in the chopped pecan pieces.
Step 6
Place the dough onto a floured work surface and use your hands to shape into a large circle about 8 inches.
Step 7
Use a pastry cutter or sharp knife to cut into 8 scones.
Step 8
Transfer scones to a parchment lined baking sheet. I like to use a rimless baking sheet for scones. Brush the tops of the scones with heavy cream before baking.
Step 9
Bake for 15-17 minutes at 400℉ until edges are lightly browned.
Step 10
Remove scones from the oven and let cool while you prepare the maple glaze.
Step 11
In a small bowl whisk all the ingredients together and drizzle over the cooled scones. I reserved a few chopped up pecans to sprinkle on top as well.
Step 12
Scones will keep at room temperature for about 2 days or up to 5 days refrigerated.

 

 

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