Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Cinnamon Banana Scones, a perfect treat for breakfast or afternoon snacks. These scones blend the sweet richness of ripe bananas with the warm spice of cinnamon, resulting in a comforting pastry that’s sure to please. Flaky on the outside and moist on the inside, these scones are topped with a luscious cream cheese cinnamon glaze for an irresistible finish. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet morning at home, these scones bring joy to every occasion. Whip up a batch quickly, savor them fresh from the oven, and watch as they become a new family favorite!

Ingredients

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3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp baking powder
¼ tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
½ cup brown sugar (packed)
½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
2 ripe bananas (mashed)
¾ cup heavy cream
1 large egg (lightly beaten)
2 tbsp heavy cream (for the glaze)
2 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
⅓ cup powdered sugar
¾ tsp ground cinnamon (for the glaze)
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a lined baking sheet.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In another bowl, mix mashed bananas, heavy cream, and beaten egg until smooth.
Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients gently until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
Shape dough into a circle about 1 inch thick; cut into wedges or rounds.
Brush tops with cold heavy cream and sprinkle with sugar before baking for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
For the glaze, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, cinnamon, milk, and vanilla extract; drizzle over warm scones.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 scone
Calories: 325
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg