Imagine biting into a scone that's not just another boring breakfast pastry, but a mind-blowing explosion of sweet and spicy flavors that will transform your morning routine forever! These Maple Glazed Black Pepper Scones are the culinary game-changer you never knew you needed - a perfect harmony of crisp, buttery texture with a tantalizing kick of black pepper and a luscious maple glaze that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 scones
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
- Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold milk. Gently mix with a fork or wooden spoon until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 2-3 times to bring the dough together. Pat the dough into a round disk about 1-inch thick.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the disk into 8 equal wedges. Separate the wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each scone.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are lightly golden.
- While the scones are baking, prepare the maple glaze by whisking the maple syrup until smooth.
- Remove the scones from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack.
- Drizzle the maple glaze over the warm scones, allowing it to drip down the sides. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm and enjoy the perfect balance of peppery spice and sweet maple flavor.
Tips
- Keep your butter ICE cold - this is the secret to ultra-flaky scones! Freeze your butter for 10-15 minutes before cubing.
- Don't overwork the dough - mix just until ingredients come together to ensure tender scones.
- Use freshly ground black pepper for maximum flavor punch.
- For an extra golden top, brush scones with a little milk before baking.
- Serve these scones warm for the most incredible texture and flavor experience.
- If the maple glaze is too thick, thin it with a tiny splash of milk.
- These scones are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 290kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 40mg
