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Eggnog Scones

A recipe for Eggnog Scones! These buttery scones are packed with eggnog in both the dough and the glaze.
Course Bread
Cuisine N/A
Keyword brunch, cinnamon, eggnog, scone
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
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Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 8 Scones

Ingredients

Eggnog Scones:

  • 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (12 grams) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter chilled and diced
  • 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) eggnog plus more for brushing
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Eggnog Glaze:

  • 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) eggnog
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ground cinnamon for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • Cut the butter into the flour using a dough blade, your fingers, or forks until the mixture becomes coarse and no pieces are larger than a pea.
  • Mix in the eggnog, egg, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  • Knead lightly to bring the dough together, but don't overwork. If too dry, slowly add a little more eggnog. Be careful not to add too much liquid. The dough should hold its shape, but not become sticky.
  • Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and press into a disc about 3/4 inches (2 centimeters) thick.
  • Cut the disc into 8 equal slices to make 8 scones in all.
  • Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) apart. Brush the tops lightly with additional eggnog, taking care to not let it drip down the sides.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Allow to cool for 5 minutes before removing to wire rack and cool to room temperature before adding the glaze.

Eggnog Glaze:

  • Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl.
  • Whisk in the eggnog and vanilla extract to form a slightly thickened glaze. If too thin, add a little more powdered sugar. If too thick, add a little more eggnog.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the room temperature scones. Allow to set briefly before sprinkling with the cinnamon and serving.