Again with the scones! These are from An Italian In My Kitchen. Just a perfect little scone@
Ingredients-
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt*
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup butter (cold)
2 eggs (cold)
1/2 cup half and half cream (cold)
1/4 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
*If using unsalted butter then add 1/4 teaspoon salt.
MAPLE SYRUP GLAZE
1/2 cup powdered / icing sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 tablespoon cream half and half
Method-
Pre-heat oven to 375F (190C). Line 1-2 cookies sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl beat eggs, then beat in cream, brown sugar and vanilla.
In a large bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Then cut in butter until you have a crumb mixture.
Make a well in the centre and add the beaten egg mixture, stir just until combined.
Turn onto a floured flat surface and knead gently into an 8 inch circle.
Place on prepared cookie sheet and cut into 8-10 triangles, separate the scones, so they aren't touching.
Brush with a little milk, sprinkle with sugar and bake for approximately 14-16 minutes.
Let cool completely before frosting.
MAPLE SYRUP GLAZE
In a small bowl combine powdered sugar, vanilla and maple syrup if it is too thick add 1/2 tablespoon of half and half, mix until smooth.
