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Carrot Cake Scones

Megan Myers
Carrot cake scones are loaded with carrots, plump raisins, and walnuts. They're just like the classic cake, but made for the brunch table!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8 1 scone
Calories 303 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 4 tablespoons Cold Butter cut into chunks
  • 1 cup Finely Grated Carrots
  • 1/4 cup Golden Raisins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/2 cup 2% Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 tablespoon Butter softened
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F. Place a sheet of parchment paper or a Silpat liner on a baking sheet and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flours, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • With a pastry blender or two knives, cut butter into flour mixture, leaving some of the butter chunks larger. Stir in carrot, raisins, and walnuts.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together egg, milk, and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients and mix to combine until a cohesive dough forms and there are no loose dry bits. It might seem a bit sticky; that’s ok.
  • Dump dough onto prepared baking sheet and use a bench knife or chopstick dipped in flour to score dough into 8. Slightly separate triangles or keep the circle together.
  • Bake scones for 20-25 minutes, until golden. Cool on a rack.
  • To make the glaze, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar. Add vanilla and a little milk at a time until the glaze is pourable. Drizzle over cooled scones.

Notes

  • You can use sparkling sugar instead of the glaze, if you prefer.
  • You can double the glaze if you want more coverage. This amount is perfect for a simple drizzle.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14g
Keyword Baking, Breakfasts, Brunches, Carrots, Easter, Family Meals and Snacks, Scones, Walnuts
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