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Banana Bread Scones Recipe

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These Banana Bread Scones offer a delightful twist on classic scones by incorporating ripe bananas, warm spices, and a sweet cinnamon sugar glaze. Soft and tender on the inside with a lightly crisp exterior, they’re perfect for a cozy breakfast or an afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup white whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into pieces
  • 2 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water (for brushing dough)

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 teaspoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the white whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined and uniform in texture.
  3. Cut in Butter and Combine Wet Ingredients: Using a pastry blender or two forks, cut the cold unsalted butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Then stir in the mashed bananas and lightly beaten egg, mixing just until combined to ensure a tender scone.
  4. Knead Dough: Turn the soft and slightly sticky dough onto a well-floured surface. Knead gently about 5-6 times just until the dough comes together and forms a cohesive ball.
  5. Shape and Prepare Topping: Shape the dough into an 8-inch circle. Brush the top lightly with 1 tablespoon water. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough circle into 8 triangular pieces and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the scones turn a light golden brown. Remove from oven and transfer scones to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare Glaze and Serve: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioner’s sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 teaspoons milk. Add an additional teaspoon of milk if a thinner glaze is desired. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones before serving.
  8. Storage: Store any leftovers in a loosely covered container to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is cold to achieve a flaky texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep the scones tender.
  • The glaze can be adjusted in consistency by adding more or less milk.
  • Scones are best eaten the day they are made but can be stored for up to 2 days.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the dough.

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