What is better than cinnamon scones?
Triple cinnamon scones!!!
I recently found cinnamon chips in the baking aisle and I couldn’t think about a better way to try them than cinnamon scones! I also wanted to use a Streusel on a recipe so there you have it, cinnamon Streusel scones with cinnamon chips and cinnamon glaze.
I used a very small amount of cinnamon in the glaze and in the scones so that the cinnamon flavor wouldn’t be overwhelming. I also used a hint of vanilla in the glaze to sweeten the scones a little and they turned out incredible! A great item to make if you have friends coming over for brunch or if you want to surprise the family with a weekend treat!
Try them with a little espresso in the morning and it will absolutely guarantee that your day will be great!
Speaking of which, I got an espresso machine for my birthday…it is amazing! Although I am still learning about the measurements and the grind amounts in order to get the correct pressure. Either way it is exquisite! I cannot even tell you how delicious the combination of a good cappuccino with cinnamon scones is! Especially for the scones dunkers! yum!
They are also delicious with a good cup of tea.
What I love the most of these scones is how easy they are to make (and quick). You arrange everything (mise en place) and you can enjoy them in about 40-50 minutes.
Scones tend to be a little dry and not too sweet so the addition of cinnamon chips and the Streusel is fantastic. It adds an unexpected touch of cinnamon, sweetness and a tiny bit of that moist cake type feel without losing the originality of the scones.
They are also very enjoyable with a cold glass of milk..
Cinnamon Streusel Scones
Serves 8
Ingredients
Scones
2 cups of all-purpose flour
1/2 cup of granulated sugar – I used Truvia the baking blend
1 tsp of baking powder
1 tsp of baking soda
1/2 tsp of salt
1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon
6 tbs of cold butter, diced
1 tsp of vanilla extract
1 egg + 1 tsp of water / or egg wash (optional)
1/3 cup of sour cream
1/3 cup of yogurt – I used vanilla Dannon light and fit
3/4 cup of cinnamon chips
Streusel
2 tbs of cold butter
2 tbs of all-purpose flour
1/4 cup of brown sugar – I used Truvia Brown Sugar Blend
1 tsp of ground cinnamon
Cinnamon Glaze
1/2 cup of confectioners’ sugar – I used Swerve
1/2 tsp of vanilla extract
1/4 tsp of cinnamon
3-4 tsp of water – depending on the desired consistency
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375° Fahrenheit. Prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper, silicone mat or simply spray it with cooking spray.
Streusel
Place all ingredients for the streusel (butter, cinnamon, brown sugar and flour) in the food processor and pulse a few times until the ingredients are combined. Place in a small bowl and set aside.
Scones
Place dry ingredients (salt, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and truvia, swerve or sugar) in a large bowl and whisk until they are mixed.
Place dry ingredients in the food processor and add the butter. Pulse for a few seconds and add the wet ingredients (yogurt, sour cream, vanilla). Process at medium-high for about a minute or until all ingredients are combined and the dough is form into a ball on the side of bowl of the food processor. Fold in cinnamon chips.
Knead the dough for a few minutes on a floured surface. Roll dough into an 1 inch thick disk. If you decide to use the egg wash, brush the scones with the beaten egg + 1 tbsp of water on top or you can use a couple of tbs of milk to brush the scones. Press the streusel over the top of the scones and then cut the circle into 8 pieces.
Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the scones are lightly golden.
Remove scones from the oven and place on a cooling rack.
Glaze
Whisk the confectioners sugar, cinnamon and vanilla extract with 3 to 4 tbs of water (depending on the desired consistency) and drizzle over the scones once they have cool down.
Dear Christie,
These look so awesome! I am craving them now!!!!!
Your big fan,
Noemi
Yay! Thank you so much Noemi! I am so happy you’re craving them (best compliment!). I hope you make them. Your opinion means a lot to me! The feeling is very mutual my friend! xoxoxo
These were really good ‘traditional’ scones. Not too sweet, a little dry, great flavor. It’s a good thing I didn’t eat them all though:)
Haha Guy! I was glad you just ate half the batch! 🙂