Hazelnut Cream Scones

These easy hazelnut cream scones are made from scratch with eight ingredients and are ready in under 30 minutes. Flavored with Coffee mate® natural bliss® Hazelnut Flavor All-Natural Coffee Creamer instead of heavy cream, they bake tender and lightly sweet with a subtle nutty flavor. Add dried cherries for a fruity twist or drizzle with a simple hazelnut glaze for a richer finish.

This recipe makes 12 scones, suitable for a special breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. The method is simple enough for beginners, and the results are similar to bakery scones.

Why this recipe works

The secret to flaky, tender scones is cold fat and a light hand. Frozen butter, chopped into small pieces and cut into the flour, creates pockets of steam during baking that give the scones their lift and layered texture. Using hazelnut-flavored coffee creamer instead of heavy cream adds moisture and richness and provides a warm, nutty flavor. No extract is needed.

Minimal kneading is critical. Working the dough just a few turns keep the gluten relaxed, which prevents tough, dense scones. The high oven temperature (425°F) sets the outside quickly, so the interior stays soft.

Equipment you'll need

You will need a pastry blender or two knives, a large mixing bowl, a baking sheet, parchment paper, and a wire cooling rack.