Apple Scones Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Scones

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for topping)
• Baking Powder
• Baking Soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
• 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1/2 cup milk + a little extra for brushing
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

How to Make Apple Scones

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
3. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, combine 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced), and 1/2 cup milk.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
7. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the circle into 8 wedges.
8. Carefully transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet.
9. Brush the tops with a little extra milk and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
10. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
11. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm with butter and marmalade.
12. Optional: Add 1/2 cup currants to the batter in step 5.