Description
Peach Scones with Honey Vanilla Glaze are a delightful breakfast treat that blends the sweetness of fresh peaches with a rich honey vanilla glaze. These scones are perfectly fluffy, buttery, and easy to make, making them an ideal choice for brunches, family gatherings, or cozy weekend mornings. With a simple preparation process and common ingredients, you can whip up these delicious scones in no time. They are not only visually impressive but also pack a flavorful punch with every bite. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature as a standout addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 1 cup heavy cream (plus 1 tablespoon for brushing)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced fresh peaches
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and vanilla extract; add to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until combined.
- Fold in diced peaches carefully.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface; knead gently and shape into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into triangles.
- Freeze shaped scones for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Brush with cream and bake for 18–23 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, prepare the glaze by mixing confectioners' sugar, honey, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled scones and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 286
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 223mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
Keywords: Ensure your butter is cold for flaky scones. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep it airy. Feel free to substitute peaches with other fruits like nectarines or berries for different flavors.