These are a great breakfast item and especially tasty in the fall when the first apples come out.
Apple Cinnamon Scones
Sift together dry ingredients:
- 2 and 1/4 cups flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Cut in:
- 1/4 cup cold butter
Then add in:
- 1 large apple peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup plain unsweetened yogurt (equivalent to 1 egg)
Mix until dough just comes together. You may need a bit more milk if its too dry. Form into a flat circle and cut into 6 scones. Brush the tops with cream and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Bake 400 degrees F for approximately 15 minutes on a parchment lined baking sheet. Makes 6 large scones.