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    Easy Cinnamon Scones

    Modified: Nov 8, 2024 · Published: Sep 17, 2024 by Radwa ·

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    I've tried so many scones, but I've never tried cinnamon scones before. Since I like cinnamon a lot, I've decided to make them.

    These cinnamon scones turned out so buttery and flaky, with the perfect sweetness. I really enjoyed them!

    Cinnamon Scones on top of each others

    Easy Cinnamon Scones

    My Cinnamon Scones turned out AMAZING! The butter and whole milk create a flaky and moist texture that I liked soo much.

    Also, the recipe was so quick and easy to make.

    I also liked flavor! Warm, sweet, with an even milder spice, everything about these scones is perfect.

    Close-up of Cinnamon Scones

    You'll Need

    Flour. I used all-purpose flour.

    Caster Sugar.

    Ground Cinnamon. It is the base flavor for this recipe. Ground cinnamon gives that warm and sweet flavor that makes these scones so irresistible.

    Baking Powder.

    Butter. I used cold butter, cut into cubes. It gives this recipe a delicate buttery texture. The butter is also responsible for making these scones have that flaky and crisp edges.

    Milk. I use whole milk.

    Vanilla Extract.

    How To Make Cinnamon Scones - Step By Step

    One: Preheat the oven to 200C/400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Two: In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, cinnamon, baking powder and sugar.

    Three: Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until it forms fine crumbs.

    Four: Now, mix in milk and vanilla until combined (Don’t overwork the dough).

    Five: Shape the dough out to about 2 ½cm thickness. Use a cookie cutter to cut out as many scones as possible.

    Six: Put them on the baking sheet and brush the tops with the milk, then sprinkle them with cinnamon sugar.

    Seven: Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.

    Top Tips!

    • Put the lightest effort into mixing the dough. The less you mix the dough, the more your scones will be crumbly and flaky.
    • When it comes to adding flour and baking powder, I like to sieve them both into your bowl. The sieving will ensure that the two ingredients are mixed well with one another.
    • Don't even think of using softened butter. The cold butter will give your scones a flaky texture.
    • Leave at least an inch between the scones when placing them on the baking sheet to give room for when the scones rise and expand.
    Cinnamon Scones

    Recipe FAQs

    Why do my scones not rise?

    The only explanation behind your scones not rising is that you have placed the batter inside the oven when the oven is not yet thoroughly preheated. To avoid scones not rising, be sure that the oven has been preheated to 200C or 400F.

    Can I make the batter for scones a night before I bake them?

    Yes. Keep the batter refrigerated overnight and bake it the next day.

    What is the secret to a good scone?

    The secret to a flaky scone is using cold butter! And also not to overwork the butter.

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    Cinnamon scones.
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    5 from 4 votes

    Cinnamon Scones

    These cinnamon scones turned out so buttery and flaky, with the perfect sweetness. They are perfect for breakfast or snacks.
    Course Baking, Breakfast
    Cuisine British
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 14 servings
    Calories 103kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Baking sheet
    • Mixing bowl
    • Kitchen knife
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups

    Ingredients

    • 2 ⅔ cups All purpose flour
    • 2 tablespoon caster sugar
    • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup cold butter , cut into cubes
    • ¾ cup whole milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar , 1 tablespoon sugar and ½ tablespoon cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, cinnamon, baking powder and sugar.
    • Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until it forms fine crumbs.
    • Now, mix in milk and vanilla until combined (Don’t overwork the dough).
    • Shape the dough out to about 2 ½cm thickness. Use a cookie cutter to cut out as many scones as possible.
    • Put them on the baking sheet and brush the tops with the milk, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
    • Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.

    Notes

    When it comes to adding flour and baking powder, I like to sieve them both into your bowl. The sieving will ensure that the two ingredients are mixed well with one another.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 108mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Carol says

      October 24, 2022 at 11:59 am

      5 stars
      Can I add some nuts to this recipe?

      Reply
      • Radwa says

        October 24, 2022 at 12:00 pm

        Yes, you can add chopped nuts.

        Reply
    2. Mia says

      October 24, 2022 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      So good, thanks for sharing the recipe.

      Reply
    3. Angela says

      October 24, 2022 at 10:24 am

      5 stars
      The perfect snack with a cup of coffee.

      Reply
    5 from 4 votes (1 rating without comment)

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