Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of butterscotch and pecans with these delectable Butterscotch Pecan Scones. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or delightful brunch treat, these scones are a delightful balance of sweetness and nuttiness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Wet Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Butter and Mix: Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in butterscotch chips and chopped pecans.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Form Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat into an 8-inch circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
- Bake: Place wedges on the baking sheet, brush with heavy cream, and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- These scones are best enjoyed warm.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
