Glazed Banana Scones Recipe - Pumpkin 'N Spice (2024)

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These Banana Scones with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Glaze are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The scones are drizzled with a sweet glaze, which makes these treats perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-morning snack!

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Whenever I think of scones, my mind immediately goes to a small, artsy cafe in Paris, with a shot of espresso.And the funny thing is that I’ve never even been to Paris! Scones just remind me of a fancy baked good, kind of like a croissant.

I’ve had my fair share of scones, though. Whenever I see one in a bakery or coffee shop, I start debating on whether I should test it out.But scones can be tricky. Some are too dry, others are too crumbly, and some even lack flavor.

Of course, not all scones are like that, but since I’m not a fan of dry baked goods, I’m kind of picky about them.

Since I set my requirements for scones pretty high, I decide to make some myself. After all, what could be better than a homemade scone, right? And because I’m crazy about banana bread, I think you can see why I decided to make these Banana Bread Scones with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Glaze.

These glazed banana scones are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The scones are drizzled with a sweet glaze, which makes these treats perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-morning snack!

And I’m not kidding when I say that these scones taste just like banana bread. In fact, when these were baking, the hubster walked in and immediately stated that his co-workers go crazy for my banana bread. Because, you know, his co-workers get to be the taste-testers of all my sweet treats!

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Ingredients Needed for Banana Scones

These easy homemade scones have three components: the dough, the egg wash that’s brushed on just before baking, and the sweet cinnamon glaze.

For this banana scone recipe, you’ll need the following:

  • All-purpose flour
  • Salt
  • Baking powder and baking soda
  • Granulated sugar
  • Cinnamon and nutmeg
  • Unsalted butter
  • Bananas
  • Milk
  • Vanilla Greek yogurt
  • Egg
  • Cream cheese
  • Vanilla bean paste (or extract)
  • Powdered sugar

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How to Make Banana Scones

If the thought of making homemade scones scares you, I’m here to assure you that these are easy to make. After all, that’s what my recipes are all about!

  1. You’ll start by mixing together the dry ingredients, followed by the wet ingredients, and then the combining the two.
  2. I placed the dough into the freezer to chill for about 15 minutes, so that the scones were sure to bake up fluffy and beautiful.
  3. Bake until golden on the outside, then set aside.
  4. After the Banana Bread Scones have cooled, it’s time to make the irresistible Cinnamon Cream Cheese Glaze! Simply whisk together some softened cream cheese, powdered, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.

I won’t tell if you sneak a spoonful (or three) of the sweet glaze before you frost the scones!

One bite of these Banana Bread Scones and your memories of the dry and flavorless kind will become a distant memory. Packed with a sweet banana flavor and soft texture, these scones will remind you of your favorite banana bread! The cream cheese glazes gives these scones the right amount of flavor, which results in an irresistible combination.

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How to Store Scones

Unglazed scones can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days, noting that they become stale over time. Once glazed, I recommend storing the banana scones in the fridge since the glaze contains dairy.

Do I Have to Use Greek Yogurt?

If you don’t have any vanilla Greek yogurt on hand, you can try using plain Greek yogurt, sour cream, or possibly even buttermilk. I haven’t tried using sour cream or buttermilk though, so I can’t speak to the results.

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Tips for Making the Best Homemade Scones

  • Make sure the butter is cold before cutting it into the flour. If the butter is too warm, it won’t form crumbs.
  • I recommend using ripe, but not black, bananas for this recipe.
  • Wait until the scones have mostly cooled off before adding the glaze, otherwise it’ll slide right off.

If you’re looking for the perfect treat to pair with your morning cup of coffee, reach for those bananas and whip up these easy and delicious homemade banana bread scones!

Looking for more easy scone recipes? I’ve got you covered!

  • Mini Strawberry Orange Scones
  • Pumpkin Scones with Maple Glaze
  • Red Velvet Scones
  • White Chocolate Peppermint Scones

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4.47 from 26 ratings

Banana Scones with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Glaze

Yield: 8 scones

Prep Time: 25 minutes mins

Cook Time: 15 minutes mins

Total Time: 40 minutes mins

These Banana Scones with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Glaze are drizzled with a sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-morning snack!

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Ingredients

For the dough:

  • cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2-4 tablespoons milk, (any kind)
  • ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt

For the egg wash:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon water

For the glaze:

  • 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean paste, (or vanilla extract)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Make the dough:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add butter to flour mixture and cut with a pasty cutter or hands to resemble course crumbs. Set aside.

  • In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, milk, and Greek yogurt. Whisk to fully incorporate. Pour the flour mixture into the banana mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this will cause the dough to become tough.

  • Dust a counter top or other flat surface with a thin coating of flour. Turn dough out onto floured surface and pat into an 8 inch circle.

  • Transfer dough to a small plate or pan lined with parchment paper and place in the freezer for about 15 minutes. This will help the scones to bake fluffy, otherwise dough may flatten if not chilled.

  • While scones are chilling, preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.

Bake the scones:

  • To prepare the egg wash, whisk egg and water in a small bowl.

  • Remove dough from freezer, cut into 8 wedges, and place onto prepared pan. Lightly brush scones with egg wash. Place into the oven and bake for about 15-18 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Make the glaze:

  • When scones have completely cooled, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla and cinnamon until smooth. Drizzle over cooled scones.

Notes

  • Looking for more positive reviews of these Banana Scones? Check out my PIN on Pinterest (with comments and photos)
  • Sconeslightly adapted from The Kitchn

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 330kcal, Carbohydrates: 50g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 51mg, Sodium: 252mg, Potassium: 342mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 16g, Vitamin A: 396IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 98mg, Iron: 2mg

Cuisine: American

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Author: Gayle

Did you make this recipe?Let me know! Mention @pumpkin_n_spice on Instagram or tag #pumpkin_n_spice.

Glazed Banana Scones Recipe - Pumpkin 'N Spice (2024)

FAQs

Why put eggs in scones? ›

However, some recipes will add an egg to their scone mix, and some people will even insist this is a necessity. I disagree. And if you try this Plain Scone recipe I'm sure you will agree that an egg is not missed. Adding an egg to scones can add a certain richness, as well as extra moisture.

Why do you put baking soda in scones? ›

Baking soda is alkali and mixing it with acid causes a reaction which releases carbon dioxide which adds the bubbles in cakes, pancakes and, of course, scones. Any other milk - oat, cashew, almond, soy • Water • Lemonade (works really well) So what happens if I am missing one of those ingredients?

How does Mary Berry eat scones? ›

Mary Berry settles the debate over the CORRECT way to eat a scone – as Cornish fans slam Philip Schofield for putting the cream on before the jam
  1. Mary, 83, wades into the age-old debate to admit she opts for both methods.
  2. She applies jam first to one side, and clotted cream first to the other half.
Jul 6, 2018

Does baking powder make scones rise? ›

A final crucial ingredient in scones is some sort of leavening agent such as baking powder. Be sure to sieve this into the mixture evenly for a better chance of an even rise.

What to avoid when making scones? ›

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Baking Scones
  1. Using anything but cold ingredients. The secret to the flakiest scones is to start with cold ingredients — cold butter, cold eggs, and cold cream. ...
  2. Only using all-purpose flour. ...
  3. Overmixing the dough. ...
  4. Not chilling the dough before baking. ...
  5. Baking them ahead of time.
May 1, 2019

What is the secret to making scones rise? ›

To ensure taller scones, start with a thicker dough disc and place the scones on a tray with sides, allowing them to slightly touch one another. This arrangement encourages the scones to push against the pan and each other, promoting height.

Why do you chill scones before baking? ›

Similar to making pie crust, using cold ingredients prevents the butter from melting before the scones are baked, leaving it instead to melt in the oven and create a super-flaky end result.

How long should you rest scones before baking? ›

Keep scone dough as cold as possible. To avoid over-spreading, I recommend chilling the shaped scones for at least 15 minutes in the refrigerator before baking. In fact, you can even refrigerate overnight for a quick breakfast in the morning! Bake until golden brown.

What is the etiquette for eating a scone? ›

The Basics of Eating a Scone Properly

Break apart a small bite-sized portion of scone with your hands or if using a knife, cut the scone horizontally. Use a knife to slather on cream and jam onto the broken-off piece of scone. The bite-sized piece of scone should be eaten in 1-2 bites.

What do Scottish people eat with scones? ›

Although the English eat scones mainly at teatime, the Scots eat them at almost any time: with midmorning coffee, with soup and salad at lunch, at afternoon tea or high tea, and even with a glass of wine at the co*cktail hour.

What is the Cornish method of having a scone? ›

According to research, what's widely known as the “Devon method” is putting your clotted cream on first and covering that up with jam whereas the “Cornish method” involves spreading your scone with strawberry jam and then topping that layer with clotted cream.

What type of flour is best for scones? ›

1. Flour. Know what flour you should use! We recommend using all-purpose flour.

Should you sift flour for scones? ›

The less you knead the mix, the less the gluten will tighten up – which means your scones will stay loose and crumbly, rather than tight and springy. Make sure you sieve the flour and baking powder into your bowl. This means that the two will be well mixed together, which gives you a better chance of an even rise.

What happens if you put too much baking powder in scones? ›

Too much baking powder can cause the batter to be bitter tasting. It can also cause the batter to rise rapidly and then collapse. (i.e. The air bubbles in the batter grow too large and break causing the batter to fall.) Cakes will have a coarse, fragile crumb with a fallen center.

What is the point of eggs in baking? ›

Eggs play an important role in everything from cakes and cookies to meringues and pastry cream — they create structure and stability within a batter, they help thicken and emulsify sauces and custards, they add moisture to cakes and other baked goods, and can even act as glue or glaze.

What causes scones not to rise? ›

Placing a dough in a cool oven that then slowly heats up actually affects the rising agent. Make sure your oven is at the right temperature you will be baking the scones at before you put them in. Also having an oven that is too hot or too cold will affect the baking of your scones immensely.

Why are eggs used for glazing scones? ›

In baking, many recipes call for an egg wash to be brushed on the baked goods before it goes into the oven. The purpose of this is to give the final product a golden brown color that is slightly shiny. Egg washes can make the final product look more professional, a bit crispier, or act as a binder."

How do you get the best rise on scones? ›

To ensure taller scones, start with a thicker dough disc and place the scones on a tray with sides, allowing them to slightly touch one another. This arrangement encourages the scones to push against the pan and each other, promoting height.

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