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Brown Sugar Pecan Scones

Brown Sugar Pecan Scones That Are Buttery and Irresistible

Delightful Brown Sugar Pecan Scones with a buttery texture and a rich cinnamon glaze—perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour adjust for dusting as needed
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar can substitute dark brown sugar for deeper taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder leavening agent for fluffiness
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans can substitute with walnuts or almonds
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream cold for best results
  • 1 large egg for egg wash
For the Cinnamon Brown Sugar Glaze
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar sweetens the glaze
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter for rich texture
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract adds depth of flavor
  • 1 cup powdered sugar thickens glaze
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon infuses warmth

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • pastry blender
  • Spatula
  • knife
  • Baking tray
  • ovens
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl until combined.
  2. Cut in cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in chopped pecans evenly.
  4. Create a well in the mix and add cold heavy cream, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough lightly on a floured surface and shape into a 7-inch disk.
  6. Cut into eight triangles and chill on a parchment-lined baking tray for 1 hour.
  7. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Brush tops with egg wash and bake for about 20 minutes, until golden.
  9. Prepare the glaze by heating brown sugar, cream, and butter until boiling, then stir in remaining ingredients.
  10. Drizzle warm glaze over scones and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure to use cold ingredients for best results and refrigerate dough before baking.

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