Description
These aromatic scones are infused with dried tea and topped with a sweet tea glaze, creating a delightful treat that tastes almost like a glazed sugar cookie.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon loose leaf tea
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, frozen
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons brewed sweet tea
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 tablespoon of loose leaf tea. Heat over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool. Strain the cream to remove the tea leaves.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Grate the frozen 1/2 cup of butter into the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, mix the strained tea-infused cream, 1 lightly beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until it comes together. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the scones with 2 tablespoons of heavy cream.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of brewed sweet tea until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled scones.
Notes
For best results, use a high-quality loose leaf tea to infuse the cream. The scones are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. If you prefer a stronger tea flavor, increase the amount of tea leaves slightly. Serve with a cup of sweet tea for a delightful pairing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 60