Coffee-Nut Scones

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 12
Wake up to the aroma of coffee and nutty sweetness with our delicious Coffee-Nut Scones!
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon instant coffee
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
1/4 teaspoon instant coffee
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
305
Sugar
12g
Fat
17g
Our Coffee-Nut Scones are highly addictive, with a perfect blend of coffee and hazelnuts in every bite. They are a great way to start your day with a burst of energy and goodness. Scones are popular in Great Britain and Ireland and are a favorite breakfast pastry in the United States. These scones are sweet, buttery, and nutty with a hint of coffee flavor that will leave you craving for more.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
2.In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt
3.Cut in butter or margarine until mixture looks like coarse crumbs
4.In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk and 1 tablespoon instant coffee
5.Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just moist. Fold in hazelnuts.
6.On a lightly floured surface, knead scone dough 5 times. Pat into a circle and cut into wedges.
7.Place wedges onto prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
8.While scones bake, in a small bowl dissolve 1/4 teaspoon instant coffee in 1 tablespoon of water. Add powder sugar to make glaze. Remove scones from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Brush glaze onto scones. Scones can be served warm or at room temperature!

PROS

Quick, easy and great for breakfast.
The combination of coffee and hazelnuts is addictive.
Also perfect for coffee lovers!

CONS

High in calories, sugar and fat if indulged excessively.
Additionally, hazelnuts are considered as a tree nut and may cause allergies in some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hazelnuts are rich in antioxidants that protect against cell damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Additionally, coffee contains caffeine that helps increase alertness and boost metabolism.

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