Description
These Fluffy Eggnog Scones are buttery, tender, and full of holiday warmth. With hints of nutmeg and cinnamon, they bring cozy comfort in every bite. Perfect for brunch or an afternoon treat with tea or coffee, especially when finished with a silky eggnog glaze.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1/2 cup eggnog
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons eggnog
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
3. Add the cold butter cubes and work them in with a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In another bowl, whisk the eggnog, egg, and vanilla together. Add to the dry ingredients and stir gently to form a dough.
5. Turn dough out onto a floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until golden. Transfer to wire rack to cool.
7. While cooling, mix powdered sugar and eggnog until smooth. Drizzle glaze over scones and top with nutmeg if desired.
Notes
Keep butter cold for flakiest texture.
Do not overmix the dough to avoid toughness.
For best glaze consistency, add eggnog gradually until smooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: eggnog, scones, holiday baking