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Delicious Cinnamon Bun Scones Recipe with Easy Pecan Drizzle Perfect for Breakfast

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Tender, flaky cinnamon bun scones with a gooey cinnamon swirl and nutty pecan drizzle, perfect for breakfast or brunch. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk, plus extra for brushing
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (70g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons (40g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy cream or milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or two forks until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and egg. Pour into dry ingredients and stir gently until dough just comes together.
  5. Lightly flour work surface and turn out dough. Pat into an 8×6 inch rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  6. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Brush half of this cinnamon swirl mixture evenly over the dough.
  7. Roll dough tightly from the long side to form a log. Cut into 8 even pieces about 1 inch thick.
  8. Place pieces cut-side down on baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  9. Brush tops with a little milk. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. While baking, whisk powdered sugar, melted butter, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in toasted pecans.
  11. Once scones are cool enough to handle (about 10 minutes), drizzle pecan glaze over the top and let set before serving.

Notes

Keep butter cold until mixing to ensure flaky texture. Use a sharp knife to cut scones for clean edges. Chill dough if too sticky. Drizzle pecan glaze on warm but not hot scones for best results. Avoid overbaking to keep centers soft.

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