Description
Flaky, buttery scones infused with warm chai spices and topped with a sweet maple chai glaze.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1–2 tbsp strong brewed chai tea, cooled
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and all chai spices. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients until just combined. Turn onto floured surface and knead gently 4-5 times.
- Pat dough into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden. Cool slightly.
- For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and chai tea until smooth. Drizzle over warm scones. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.