Whole Wheat Apple Cinnamon Scones
A super quick and easy whole wheat apple cinnamon scone recipe, for those days when there is a chill in the air. These scones are delicious! I used whole wheat flour because it adds a depth of flavour and a nuttiness that works really well with the apples and cinnamon – the fact that it also adds a bit of fibre is a side benefit lol! I love the combination of apples and cinnamon and it’s a pretty popular combo for the cold months of fall and winter for various reasons.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup butter (cold)
- 1 egg (beaten)
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 cup chopped apple (1/4 inch chunks)
Optional Maple Glaze
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Combine sugar, baking powder, both types of flour, salt, and cinnamon.
- Cut butter into large squares. Add cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry blender or fork to break them apart into smaller pieces.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then combine it with the milk and add the apple pieces.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and toss them together with a fork.
- Softly knead the dough a very small amount in order to make it into a ball. Pat down the top to make it flatter on top (into a thick disk). Make sure not to touch it too much. We do not want the butter to melt with the warmth from our hands.
- Use a knife or pastry cutter to cut the dough into 6 equal pieces.
- Bake for 15 - 20 minutes (until golden brown on top).
Optional Maple Glaze
- Combine the maple syrup and the powdered sugar with a small whisk. Drizzle onto cooled scones.