How to Make Maple Walnut Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

Maple Walnut Scones are a delightful treat that combines the rich, warm flavors of maple syrup with the crunch of toasted walnuts. These scones are perfect for a cozy brunch, afternoon tea, or an indulgent breakfast. Their tender, flaky texture and irresistible aroma make them a beloved choice for any occasion.

These scones are not only delicious, but they are also surprisingly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up a batch of these scon...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 teaspoons hot water
  • ⅛ teaspoon maple flavored extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 scones

  • Set oven rack to lower center of oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Toast walnuts on a baking sheet in the oven for 3 to 5 minutes. Cool.
  • Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Toss butter pieces in flour mixture to coat. Use a pastry blender to cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Stir in toasted walnuts. Beat egg in a large bowl. Mix in half-and-half, maple extract, and vanilla extract. Stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients, mixing until just blended, switching from a spoon to your hands as mixture comes together. Place dough in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  • Roll chilled dough into a ball on a lightly floured surface. Flatten dough into a 3/4-inch circle. Cut into 8 wedges.
  • Bake scones on a parchment lined baking sheet just until firm and the bottoms are lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool for 3 minutes before transferring to cooling racks.
  • Stir together confectioners' sugar, hot water, and remaining maple extract. Drizzle on scones to glaze.
  • Nutrition

    371 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 239mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 117mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 117mg