Brown Sugar-Pecan Scones

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Brown Sugar-Pecan Scones
33 min.
8
395kcal

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Indulge in the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked Brown Sugar-Pecan Scones that will elevate your morning meal or brunch to blissful new heights. These delightful scones offer a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any time of day—be it breakfast, a cozy afternoon snack, or even dessert. With the richness of brown sugar and the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans, each bite is a reminder of the simple joys of baking.

What makes these scones particularly special is their fluffy texture combined with a subtle sweetness, inviting everyone to gather around the table and share in the experience. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself, these scones are destined to impress. Plus, they are vegetarian-friendly, making them a delightful option for all diets.

Quick and easy to prepare, you’ll have a batch of these delicious scones ready in just 33 minutes, perfect for those busy mornings or leisurely brunches. So why wait? Whip up these Brown Sugar-Pecan Scones today, and bring a warm touch of home-baked goodness to your kitchen. Trust us, once you take your first bite, you’ll want to make them again and again!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter cold cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup whipping cream divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Cut butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender until crumbly and mixture resembles small peas. Freeze 5 minutes.
  4. Add 3/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. cream and pecans, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.
  5. Turn dough out onto wax paper; gently press or pat dough into a 7-inch round (mixture will be crumbly).
  6. Cut round into 8 wedges.
  7. Place wedges 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  8. Brush tops of wedges with remaining 2 Tbsp. cream just until moistened.
  9. Bake at 450 for 13 to 15 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories395kcal
Protein4.75%
Fat60.46%
Carbs34.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.38
Glycemic Load
17.66
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.2200000622998%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.66mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:395.01kcal
19.75%
Fat:27.01g
41.55%
Saturated Fat:14.57g
91.04%
Carbohydrates:34.97g
11.66%
Net Carbohydrates:33.53g
12.19%
Sugar:10.1g
11.22%
Cholesterol:64.12mg
21.37%
Sodium:406.79mg
17.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.77g
9.54%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.91%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.52%
Selenium:11.98µg
17.11%
Vitamin A:795.34IU
15.91%
Folate:60.26µg
15.06%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.13%
Calcium:127.9mg
12.79%
Phosphorus:104.78mg
10.48%
Iron:1.87mg
10.39%
Vitamin B3:1.95mg
9.76%
Copper:0.13mg
6.35%
Fiber:1.44g
5.76%
Vitamin E:0.71mg
4.72%
Magnesium:17.96mg
4.49%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.91%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.94%
Potassium:103mg
2.94%
Vitamin K:2.26µg
2.15%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.07%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.2%
Source:My Recipes