Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar Recipe

Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade maple walnut scones without the guilt! This lightened-up recipe, inspired by roxygirl in Colorado (recipe #107747), delivers fluffy, flavorful scones with significantly less fat and sugar. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or afternoon treat, these scones are surprisingly easy to make and bursting with the warm flavors of maple and crunchy walnuts.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 174.2 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar

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How to Make Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the chopped walnuts and maple extract.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
  7. Cut the circle into 8 wedges using a sharp knife.
  8. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

5g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar?

Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar?

Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar has approximately 174.2 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar?

The key ingredients for Maple Walnut Scones Low Fat Low Sugar are Unbleached All Purpose Flour, Whole Wheat Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Margarine, Unsweetened Applesauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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