Description
Maple Pecan Glazed Banana Bread Scones are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of banana bread with the rich taste of maple and crunchy pecans, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas, brown sugar, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Add the softened butter and mix until creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before drizzling with maple glaze.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil and heavy cream with almond milk.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- These scones are best served warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Maple Pecan Glazed Banana Bread Scones, Scones, Banana Bread, Maple Glaze, Pecan Scones