Apple Cinnamon Scones

Apple Cinnamon Scones

with sweet vanilla glaze

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 25m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 45m
Temp.: 400 °F
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (18 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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For the scones:

For the glaze:

Nutritional Information

336
Calories
12.6g
Fat
53.3g
Carbohydrate
4.5g
Protein
57mg
Cholesterol
225mg
Sodium
Apple Cinnamon Scones

Recipe Description

These delicious fresh Apple Cinnamon Scones with sweet vanilla glaze are super easy to make! Thick and buttery, with soft, flaky centers, these apple scones make for a great breakfast treat or snack. Using tart apples to balance the sweetness of the glaze makes the perfect combination.

To start, whisk together the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Then cut in the cold butter. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients. Next, pour the wet ingredients over the flour mixture and gently mix just until the dry ingredients are moistened. Fold in the apples. Now, shape the dough into a 1-inch thick disc and cut it into 8 equal wedges. Briefly freeze the scones while the oven heats. Finally, bake the apple scones for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown. As the scones cool, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. And now we glaze! Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the scones, and enjoy!

To make the Apple Cinnamon Scones, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Scones

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Mix dry ingredients

    1 min
    Step 1 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon salt, and ⅓ cup granulated sugar.

  2. 2

    Add butter

    2 min
    Step 2 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Cut in 6 tablespoons cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  3. 3

    Combine wet ingredients

    1 min
    Step 3 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    In a separate bowl, whisk together ½ cup heavy whipping cream, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.

  4. 4

    Combine wet and dry ingredients

    1 min
    Step 4 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until the dry ingredients are moistened; the dough will seem a little crumbly.

  5. 5

    Add apples

    1 min
    Step 5 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Gently mix in 1 cup chopped apples.

  6. 6

    Shape dough and cut into scones

    2 min
    Step 6 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured working surface and knead once or twice. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle. Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 8 equal wedges.

  7. 7

    Freeze briefly

    15 min
    Step 7 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Place the scones on a floured plate or small parchment-lined baking sheet and brush them with a little bit of heavy whipping cream. Transfer to the freezer for 15 minutes.

  8. 8

    Heat oven and prepare a baking sheet

    Step 8 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Preheat the oven to 400 °F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  9. 9

    Bake

    20 min
    Step 9 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Arrange the scones 2-3 inches apart on the parchment-lined large baking sheet and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown around the edges and lightly browned on top. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool.

  10. 10

    Make vanilla glaze

    1 min
    Step 10 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined. If the glaze seems too thick, mix in a little extra milk.

  11. 11

    Top with glaze

    1 min
    Step 11 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Top the scones with the prepared vanilla glaze.

  12. 12

    Serve

    Step 12 - Apple Cinnamon Scones

    Serve and enjoy!

These homemade Apple Cinnamon Scones are tender, rich, buttery and so delicious. You won’t be able to eat just one! Give this recipe a go, leave a comment below and share a photo with us @cookmerecipes on Instagram.

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (18 reviews)
Liam
March 6, 2025
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Amazing! I never knew I could bake scones so easy. I tried these for a brunch with friends, and they were a hit! The apples and cinnamon paired perfectly. Thank you for this recipe!

Nina
December 27, 2024
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These scones are legit! Made them for my brunch with friends, and everyone was raving. The apples totally balanced the sweetness. Gonna be my go-to for sure

Kate
August 27, 2024
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These scones were a hit at my family brunch. So easy and delicious, we loved them!

Natalie Johnson
July 25, 2024
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So easy kids helped! Made these for breakfast; my family loved them! Perfect with coffee!

Rita
July 22, 2024
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Delicioso!

Franklin Smith
May 28, 2024
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Best scones ever!

Isabella Thompson
May 25, 2024
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These scones are a total game-changer! Whipped 'em up for breakfast, and my kids couldn't get enough. The apple-cinnamon flavor is spot on. Can't wait to make them again!

Sally
April 24, 2024
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Super easy scones!

Maddie
February 27, 2024
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Scones were a hit at brunch

Xena Johnson
November 16, 2023
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Yummy! These scones are a game changer for breakfast, super easy to whip up and my kids LOVE them! Made 'em for a school bake sale and they were a hit!

Mel
November 2, 2023
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Delish!

Brittany Smith
October 17, 2023
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Yummy!

Betty
May 26, 2023
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Simply the best!

Betsy
January 13, 2023
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Wow, these scones are amaze! Made 'em last weekend for the fam – they totally devoured 'em! The apples and cinnamon combo is just right. Gonna be my go-to for brunches! 🍏✨

Richard Scott
January 3, 2023
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Best scones ever!

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