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Brown Sugar Pecan Scones

Brown Sugar Pecan Scones
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Indulge in the delightful experience of making Brown Sugar Pecan Scones, a perfect treat for cozy mornings or afternoon tea. These scones boast a fluffy texture and a satisfying crunch from toasted pecans, all harmoniously blended with rich brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon. When drizzled with a sweet glaze, they transform into irresistible pastries that will warm your heart and home. Easy to prepare and absolutely scrumptious, these scones are sure to become a beloved addition to your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1¼ cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 tbsp heavy whipping cream (for brushing)
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar (packed) – for icing
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (diced – for icing)
  • 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream (for icing)
  • ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar (sifted)
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg until smooth. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  6. Turn out the dough onto a floured surface, pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick, then cut into triangles or squares.
  7. Chill shapes for at least 30 minutes before baking to ensure fluffiness.
  8. Brush tops with heavy cream before baking for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before drizzling with icing made from melted butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar.

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