Cinnamon Honey Apple Scones (Printable)

Soft scones with warm cinnamon, honey, and apple in every bite—ideal for breakfast or a sweet snack.

# Ingredient list:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/3 cup honey
07 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk or cream
09 - 1 large egg, lightly beaten
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Fruit

11 - 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced small

→ Optional Topping

12 - 1 tablespoon honey, for drizzling
13 - 1 tablespoon coarse sugar, for sprinkling

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
03 - Add cold cubed butter and cut in using a pastry blender or fingertips until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
04 - Gently stir in the diced apple until evenly distributed.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, whole milk or cream, lightly beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
06 - Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
07 - Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a round approximately 1 inch thick.
08 - Cut the round into 8 wedges and arrange evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
09 - Brush tops with milk or cream. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
10 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until scones are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11 - Allow scones to cool on a rack for 10 minutes. Drizzle with honey before serving if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses pantry staples you probably keep on hand
  • Quick enough to whip up before breakfast or brunch guests arrive
  • Kid friendly and perfect for sharing at playdates or book clubs
  • Delightfully tender with crisp golden tops
  • You can customize with your favorite apples or add crunchy nuts
02 -
  • High in warming spices and sweet but not too sugary
  • Great way to use up one or two apples that might be soft or bruised
  • Freezes beautifully for a grab and go breakfast
03 -
  • Cold butter is non negotiable for soft layered scones Work quickly and keep the butter in the fridge until the moment you need it
  • Do not overmix once wet and dry are combined Stop as soon as the dough comes together
  • If your apples are very juicy pat them dry with paper towels before adding to the dough for crisp scones with no soggy spots

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