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Simple Almond Poppyseed Scones Recipe with Almond Glaze

Almond Poppy Seed Scones with Almond Glaze

Tender almond poppy seed scones with buttery edges, sweet almond flavor, and a simple almond glaze drizzled over the top. These scones are perfect for brunch, coffee, tea, or a weekend bake.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 396 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large baking sheet
  • 1 Parchment paper
  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Pastry cutter
  • 1 Knife or pizza cutter

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for Scones

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup cold butter shredded or cubed
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoon almond extract

Ingredients for Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbls melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tbls milk more depending on consistency

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the cold cubed or shredded butter to the dry ingredients. Toss gently until each piece of butter is coated in flour.
  • Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until the butter pieces are pea-sized and the mixture looks crumbly.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. The dough should hold together when pressed, but do not overmix.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into an 8-inch circle.
  • Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into 8 equal-sized wedges.
  • Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool for 5 to 10 minutes before glazing.
  • While the scones cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, almond extract, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Add more milk, ½ tablespoon at a time, only if needed. The glaze should be thick but drizzleable.
  • Drizzle the almond glaze over the slightly cooled scones.

Notes

Keep everything cold. Cold butter (and cold cream/milk) = flaky layers. If the dough starts feeling warm or sticky, a quick chill helps.
Don’t overmix the dough. Stir just until it comes together. Overworking the dough can lead to tough, dense scones, and the goal is a tender texture.
For taller scones, chill the shaped wedges for 15 to 20 minutes before baking. This helps the butter firm back up and gives the scones better lift.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 361mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 564IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 2mg
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