Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Sourdough Maple Pecan Scones, a unique treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. These scones combine the tangy notes of sourdough with the sweet essence of maple syrup and crunchy pecans, creating a flavor profile that will enchant your palate. Simple and quick to make, they’re crafted from pantry staples and provide a moist, tender crumb thanks to the blend of butter and sourdough starter. Whether enjoyed plain or drizzled with a maple glaze, these scones are sure to impress at any gathering!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup unsalted butter (grated)
- ½ cup active sourdough starter or discard
- ⅓ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted) for glaze
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup for glaze
- 1 tablespoon milk for glaze
- ⅔ cup powdered sugar for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Grate cold butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in chopped pecans evenly.
- In another bowl, mix together sourdough starter, milk, and maple syrup.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently stir until just combined.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface; shape into a circle about 9 inches wide.
- Cut into eight wedges and place on the baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F (then reduce to 375°F for an additional 10 minutes) until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before glazing if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg