Homemade Chai Scones with Maple Chai Glaze
Homemade Chai Scones with Maple Chai Glaze are a delightful fusion of flaky, buttery goodness and warm chai spices. Infused with cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom, these scones are perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings. The sweet maple chai glaze elevates their flavor profile, making them an irresistible treat whether served at brunch or enjoyed with tea. Quick to prepare and easy to freeze, they offer delicious comfort anytime the craving strikes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 scones 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 tablespoons very cold unsalted butter
- ½ cup very cold heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon chai spice blend
- pinch of kosher salt
- 1 heaping cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons chai spice blend
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chilling butter, heavy cream, and eggs.
- Combine dry ingredients in a food processor.
- Add cold butter to the mixture until small pieces form.
- Gradually mix in the chilled cream and egg mixture until a dough forms.
- Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough and cut into scone shapes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix glaze ingredients while scones bake and coat cooled scones with glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (70g)
- Calories: 308
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 66mg