Homemade Chai Scones with Maple Chai Glaze
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Homemade Chai Scones with Maple Chai Glaze. These delightful pastries combine the aromatic spices of chai with a sweet maple glaze, creating a treat that’s perfect for tea time or festive gatherings. With their flaky texture and rich flavors, these scones are easy to whip up and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you’re enjoying them fresh out of the oven or as part of a brunch spread, these scones are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 tablespoons very cold unsalted butter
- ½ cup very cold heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon chai spice blend
- pinch of kosher salt
- 1 heaping cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons chai spice blend
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, pulse together flour, sugar, baking powder, chai spice blend, and salt.
- Add cold butter and pulse until small pieces form.
- Mix in chilled cream and egg mixture until dough forms.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes, then roll out to about an inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
- Brush scones with reserved egg wash before baking for 20-22 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, chai spice blend, vanilla extract, heavy cream, maple syrup, and salt until smooth.
- Dip cooled scones into glaze and allow to set before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg