Eggnog Scones with Eggnog Glaze
Eggnog Scones are the perfect holiday breakfast or brunch addition! These scones are made with eggnog and nutmeg for maximum eggnog flavor, and are drizzled with an eggnog glaze.
Servings: 8 scones
Calories: 291kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 5 tablespoon cold unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup eggnog
Eggnog Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoon eggnog
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the butter and cut in with a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs. It does not need to be completely combined.
- Add the eggnog and stir until combined.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface the knead the dough into a 1" thick round that's approximately 8" in diameter.
- Cut into 8 triangles.
- Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet about ½" apart.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, until they have risen and are slightly golden brown.
- Cool.
Glaze:
- To make the glaze, combine the powdered sugar and eggnog. Drizzle over the eggnog scones.
Notes
- Be sure to use cold butter in this recipe.
- Use fresh baking powder. It is essential for the scones to rise.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. They are best the day-of.
Nutrition
Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 162mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 2mg