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Cinnamon Roll Scones Recipe

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These Cinnamon Roll Scones are a delightful fusion of tender, flaky scones and the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls. Featuring a buttery dough layered with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling and optional raisins, then baked to golden perfection and topped with a creamy icing, these scones offer a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or any time you crave a comforting sweet pastry.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp baking powder
  • 2/3 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups whipping cream (heavy cream can be used)

Filling

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
  • 2 tbsp soft butter

Frosting

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsp soft butter
  • Cream or milk (enough to make frosting pourable)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (204°C) to get it ready for baking the scones.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a stand mixer bowl, mix together the flour, white sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, salt, and baking powder until well blended.
  3. Add Butter: Add the 2/3 cup softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix with the paddle attachment until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
  4. Add Cream: Gradually pour in the whipping cream while stirring slowly until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Knead Dough: Remove the dough from the bowl and knead gently a few times on a floured surface, forming it into a large ball.
  6. Divide Dough: Cut the dough ball into two equal parts.
  7. Roll Out Dough: Roll each half into a 10-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
  8. Add Filling to First Circle: Spread 2 tablespoons of soft butter evenly over one dough circle, then sprinkle with brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and optional raisins.
  9. Top and Seal: Place the second dough circle over the filled one and seal the edges by pressing them together to enclose the filling.
  10. Cut into Triangles: Slice the combined dough circle into 12 triangular scones.
  11. Prepare for Baking: Arrange the triangles on parchment paper, gently tucking in the corners to maintain shape during baking.
  12. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the scones are lightly browned on top and sides.
  13. Make Frosting: While scones cool slightly, mix powdered sugar, the remaining 3 tablespoons of soft butter, and enough cream or milk to create a pourable frosting.
  14. Finish and Serve: Spread the warm icing over the still-warm scones and serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

  • Optional: Add 1/2 cup raisins for added texture and sweetness in the filling.
  • If heavy cream is unavailable, whipping cream works well as a substitute.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep scones tender and flaky.
  • Ensure the scones are still warm when icing for better absorption and flavor.
  • Tucking in the corners when placing the triangles on parchment helps maintain the classic scone shape during baking.

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