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Apricot Walnut Scones with Maple Glaze
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Apricot Walnut Scones with Maple Glaze

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time18 minutes
Total Time33 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Author: Mary Ann Dwyer

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream plus 2 tablespoons for brushing tops
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup dried apricots chopped
  • 1/3 cup walnuts chopped
  • Maple Glaze:
  • 1 cup confectioner's sugar
  • 3 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 tsp. whole milk

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Place the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk together.
  • Add the butter and mix on low speed until mixture resembles pea sized crumbs.
  • Slowly add the heavy cream and egg to mixture.
  • Mix just until the dough forms a thick clump.
  • Add the apricots and the walnuts to the dough until well combined.
  • Turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface.
  • Pat the dough into an 8 inch round.
  • Cut into 8 wedges and place on the prepared sheet.
  • Place in the freezer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from freezer and brush tops with the extra heavy cream.
  • Bake for 18 minutes until golden brown.
  • Drizzle with maple glaze and enjoy.
  • For Maple Glaze:
  • Combine all ingredients in small bowl and whisk together.
  • Drizzle over warm scones with a spoon.