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Easter Carrot Cake Scones

Easter Carrot Cake Scones: Flaky, Sweet Spring Treats

Easter Carrot Cake Scones are delightful treats that marry the warmth of classic carrot cake with the flakiness of scones.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar you can use brown sugar for a richer flavor
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar optional but enhances the taste
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon feel free to swap with nutmeg if you like
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger adjust the amount to your taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter should be cold for optimal flakiness
  • 2 medium-sized orange carrots grate fresh to avoid excess moisture
  • 1 large egg yolk omit for vegan scones
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream can be substituted with milk or plant-based milk
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup cream cheese you can use mascarpone if desired
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust to how sweet you want it to be

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • pastry cutter
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Chill the unsalted butter in the freezer for about 15 minutes, then cut it into small pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt.
  4. Add the chilled butter pieces and cut in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots gently.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and heavy cream, then pour into the dry ingredients, stirring gently.
  7. Shape the dough into a round disc about 1-inch thick, cut into triangles, and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  8. Brush the tops with heavy cream and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool for 10 minutes and frost with cream cheese glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These scones are best enjoyed fresh and warm for a delightful experience. Feel free to add in your favorite mix-ins like raisins or nuts.

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