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    Snickerdoodle Scones

    July 10, 2015 Updated April 30, 2020 BySam 49 Comments

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    Snickerdoodle scones provide all of the best flavors of Snickerdoodle Cookies in a light, flaky, cinnamon-sugar-sprinkled scone.

    Snickerdoodle Scones overhead view

    I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t enjoy a good Snickerdoodle.  I’m aware that this doesn’t mean that these people don’t exist, but in my experience Snickerdoodle-haters are like the Clouded Leopards of the baked-goods-indulging world: rare and careful to conceal their presence.

    Between the absurdly fun name (I mean, really, Snickerdoodle?) and simple but distinct flavor there’s much to love about these fun, crack-topped cookies and, I think you’ll find, just as much to love about these similarly-formed scones.

    Snickerdoodle Scones overhead view

    Scones have been a favorite of mine to bake (and to eat, of course) since I made my first batch only a few years ago.  They were quickly embraced by the household and, if I recall correctly, after the first batch was devoured I was hassled (and acquiesced) to make scones again the next few days to meet the demands of my family.

    I no longer live at home and yet one of my sisters still requests scones from me on a regular basis (I finally shared my perfect, easy, fool-proof scone recipe!).  Just yesterday she texted me to tell me she took off of work for her birthday–which is over 2 months away– and expects raspberry lemon scones as a gift from me for breakfast.  Considering all of the desserts I churn out of my kitchen on a regular basis, it speaks volumes that scones are her number one request.

    I have several flavor-variations of scones on my blog, I make them frequently and at this point I believe I could easily make them without any recipe reference as well as with my eyes closed.  I love the opportunity to change up the ingredients and flavors, and this variation might just be my favorite one yet.

    Snickerdoodle Scones on black plate

    These snickerdoodle scones are light, soft and have just the right amount of sweetness fitting of a scone rather than a cookie.  These are buttery, flaky, soft, light and fluffy, and the flavor is distinct with the tang of cream of tarter and the necessary, rust-colored sprinkling of cinnamon and sugar on top.

    As with any scone, these are best if served shortly after baking–just allow them to cool long enough so you don’t burn your tongue on their fluffy innards, if you can help yourself.

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    snickerdoodle scones

    Snickerdoodle Scones

    Snickerdoodle scones provide all of the best flavors of Snickerdoodle Cookies in a light, flaky, cinnamon-sugar-sprinkled scone.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 16 scones
    Calories: 179kcal
    Author: Sam Merritt

    Ingredients

    • 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
    • ¾ cups granulated sugar
    • 1 Tbsp baking powder
    • 1 tsp cream of tartar
    • ½ tsp salt
    • ¾ cup cold butter 12 Tbsp
    • 2 eggs
    • ½ cup milk
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract

    Topping

    • 2 Tbsp milk
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 Tbsp cinnamon sugar
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    Instructions

    • Line cookie sheet with parchment paper
    • In large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt.
    • With a pastry cutter, cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs
    • In separate, medium-sized bowl, whisk eggs until lightly beaten.
    • Whisk in milk, sour cream and vanilla.
    • Using a spatula, fold egg/milk mixture into flour mixture until just combined.
    • Transfer dough into well-floured surface and gently knead the dough by hand until mixture forms a ball (if dough is too sticky, sprinkle more flour on top and knead in).
    • Divide dough until 4 even sized pieces and mold each into 3-4" disk. Place on cookie sheet and transfer to refrigerator while oven preheats.
    • Preheat oven to 400F.
    • Once oven has preheated, remove scone disks from refrigerator. Cut each disk into 4 wedges and arrange on parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
    • Brush with milk, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar and bake 20-25 minutes.
    • Allow scones to cool before eating.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1scone | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Shelli

      April 18, 2020 at 11:20 pm

      5 stars
      This is by far the best scone recipe I’ve made. I used Pamela’s gluten free flour and cut the flour to 3 cups total. I kept everything else the same and baked them for 35 minutes. Thank you so much! They are delicious!

      Reply
      • Sam

        April 19, 2020 at 8:31 pm

        I am so glad you enjoyed the scones, Shelli! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Rachel Krezer

      September 22, 2019 at 2:07 pm

      5 stars
      I added some cinnamon to the scone dough as well. I love snickerdoodles and this is terrific. I plan to serve these at the next brunch.

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        September 22, 2019 at 3:29 pm

        Thank you so much, Rachel! I am so glad that you enjoyed the snickerdoodle scones. I hope your guests do as well. 🙂

        Reply
      • mill

        January 10, 2021 at 8:28 pm

        How much cinnamon did you add to the dough? I think I would like to try that next time I make them to give it more flavor inside and not just on top. They still good though!

        Reply
    3. Sneha

      July 13, 2015 at 9:58 pm

      5 stars
      It really sounds what to say.Yum! I absolutely love scones. I’m always looking for different flavors to incorporate into them, and snickerdoodle is such a good one.These scones sound fantastic! Have a great weekend 🙂

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 15, 2015 at 10:21 pm

        Thank you, Sneha!!

        Reply
    4. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

      July 13, 2015 at 8:46 am

      I love snickerdoodles…and scones. Sounds like the perfect combination to me!

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 15, 2015 at 10:09 pm

        Thanks, Kathy!

        Reply
    5. Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

      July 13, 2015 at 5:16 am

      OMG these are so adorable, flaky and buttery. What an amazing idea! Absolutely YUM!

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 15, 2015 at 10:08 pm

        Thank you, Anu!

        Reply
    6. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef

      July 12, 2015 at 1:25 am

      5 stars
      I’ve only ever made plain, unadorned scones but when I saw these photos, I knew my life must change. 🙂

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 15, 2015 at 10:08 pm

        Oh it should! Haha, thank you, Maureen 🙂

        Reply
    7. Prash @ YummilyYours

      July 11, 2015 at 6:12 pm

      Please courier a batch over to me! YUM!

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 15, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        I’ll see what I can do 😉

        Reply
    8. Harriet Emily

      July 11, 2015 at 3:42 pm

      5 stars
      Wow Sam! These are awesome! I’ve never heard of a Snickerdoodle Scone before – what a creative idea. I looove the photos too, I bet these are delicious!

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 15, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        Thank you Harriet Emily!! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Medha @ Whisk & Shout

      July 11, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      These look so flaky and buttery and I’m loving the cinnamon-y goodness on top 🙂

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 15, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        Thanks Medha!

        Reply
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