Armagh Apple And Cinnamon Scones

These Armagh Apple and Cinnamon Scones are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the flavors of Northern Irish cuisine. The combination of sweet Armagh apples and warm cinnamon makes these scones a comforting and delicious addition to any meal or afternoon tea.

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Armagh Apple And Cinnamon Scones

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup Armagh apples, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in the diced Armagh apples.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the milk and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
  8. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and use a sharp knife to cut it into 8 wedges.
  9. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  10. Transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking sheet Parchment paper Pastry cutter (or fingers) Sharp knife

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Armagh Apple and Cinnamon Scones warm with a dollop of clotted cream and a drizzle of honey for a delightful treat.

Tips & tricks

For the best results, make sure the butter is cold when incorporating it into the dry ingredients to achieve a flaky texture in the scones.

Cost

$8