Description
These Irish Cream Scones are a delightful treat perfect for Saint Patrick's Day or any special breakfast. Fluffy and tender scones infused with the rich flavors of coffee and Bailey's Irish Cream liqueur, finished with a smooth Irish cream glaze and optional sprinkles for a festive touch.
Ingredients
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Scones
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cups cold butter, cut into pieces
- 3/4 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur
- 1/4 cup brewed coffee
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur
- 1 tablespoon freshly brewed coffee
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkles for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
- Mix dry ingredients and cut in butter: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Using your fingers, a fork, or a pastry blender, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add wet ingredients and form dough: Stir in the Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract. Use a spoon to mix until the dough comes together, then use your hands to bring it fully together on a lightly floured surface. Knead gently once or twice to combine.
- Shape and slice the scones: Divide the dough into two equal halves and pat each into a 5-inch round. Brush the rounds with melted butter. Cut each round into 4 to 6 wedges or use a biscuit cutter for rounds.
- Bake the scones: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 14 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and cooked through.
- Prepare the glaze: While the scones bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
- Glaze and garnish: Once the scones are out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over them and add sprinkles on top if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use cold butter for the flakiest texture in your scones.
- Adjust the glaze thickness by adding more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze or more liqueur/coffee for a thinner consistency.
- For a caffeine-free version, substitute brewed decaf coffee with equal amount of milk or water.
- Scones are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat scones gently in a low oven before serving to restore freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
