Snickerdoodle Scones - perfectly tender and sweet scones with cinnamon chips and cinnamon sugar topping.
Every time my Hubby sees me mixing cinnamon with sugar he smiles and says: "Snickerdoodles?" It's because it's his favorite cookie (aside from the classic chocolate chip). And usually he is right. Except for last week, when I was trying to figure out what to do with the ever so rare (at least in my store) Hershey's Cinnamon Chips. I could eat them by a handful but I knew I wanted to use them in a recipe.
And I got a brilliant idea.
Enter Snickerdoodle Scones.
Because spring time is almost here (doesn't matter what my weather app says) and that means brunch time is here too! So naturally - scones!
I've seen my blogging friends hit jackpots and find them in stores and use in some fabulous recipes. Being a fan of cinnamon treats, I was on a quest to find them. It was a long one but finally, I was able to get my hands on the famous cinnamon chips. Even if my Hubby didn't understand the excitement of my discovery (and hey, they were on sale!!), I knew they will eventually be baked into a fabulous treat.
Being a huge fan of brunch and brunch food, I set out to make a sweet scone recipe that would be just perfect for this theme. And if you can't find the chips - don't fret! Just add 2 or 3 teaspoons of ground ciannmon to the flour when preparing the dough. Along with the cinnamon sugar topping you will still have a fantastic Snickerdoodle Scones!
These scones have a tender crumb (all thanks to my favorite buttermilk) and bake up quite high. There is a secret to that. After I have the dough ready, I divide it half. I flatten each piece into a thick (about ¾") disk, fold it in half, then in half again, flatten again and fold again. Then transfer the dough onto a prepared sheet and flatten into a ¾" thick dish. Cut the disk into 8 scones. Next, gently separate the scones, leaving about ½ inch between each. You may say it's not much. And yes, they will come together during baking. While still hot, run the knife through the seams again and let the scones cool completely. This let's the scones have a nice rise yet be easy to separate into pieces.
If you are a snickerdoodle cookie fan, or simply enjoy cinnamon treats, give these scones a try! Just one warning: they go really fast!!
Enjoy!
For condensed instructions and printable recipe, click HERE.
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Related Recipes:
Soft and Chewy Butterscotch Snickerdoodles
Cheesecake-filled Snickerdoodles
Brown Sugar Raisin Scones
Oatmeal Raisin Scones
Recipes from other bloggers:
Snickerdoodle Bread from Averie Cooks
Snickerdoodle Muffins from RecipeGirl
Snickerdoodle Blondies from Six Sisters' Stuff
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Kris says
Besides cinnamon sugar, I thought the ingredient that is found in snickerdoodles is cream of tarter? Have you made these scones with cream of tarter?
Kim Boatman says
I'm going to make a few batches of these for a fundraiser. Can I put them in the freezer for 2 days??
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Hi Kim! Yes, they should freeze just like muffins. Let me know how you like them! Thank you!
Whitney M says
I made these last night and oh were they good. I'm glad they didn't have much sugar in them and were just a slightly sweet fluffy biscuit! The cinnamon chips are a great addition and I love that some of the cinnamon sugar burnt in the oven and made a nice crispy outside!
Krystle (Baking Beauty) says
I haven't seen these around here in ages. However, if I do I need to scoop them up for cookies and of course the amazing scones!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
Cinnamon chips are my favorite. Only a few stores in the area carry them, so I always make it a point to stock up. These are some good lookin' scones. Pinned.
Senika says
You're a GENIUS. That is all. PINNED!
Jessica says
Love snickerdoodle scones! I have to try yours!
Donna @ The Slow Roasted Italian says
I have never made scones, but I really love snickerdoodles and these look like the perfect recipe to start with!
Amanda says
These scones look delicious! I can't wait to try this recipe!
Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says
Snickerdoodle Scones? Yes, please! Your photos are amazing, Anna. I want to reach right thru my laptop screen and grab one, LOL! I imagine these would be incredibly tasty with butterscotch chips if people can't find cinnamon chips for Butterscotch Snickerdoodle Scones! Thanks for sharing, my friend. Have a great week! xo
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
We can't get cinnamon chips at all here in Canada! And I looked on Amazon but they are charging like $50 for 2 packs -- NO joke. 2 regular sized packages. I honestly don't know how that works. But these scones look totally amazing -- I could maybe even stuff them with some white chocolate 😉
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
These are some seriously delicious looking scones! Pinning 🙂
Diane says
oh it is scone-mania today 🙂 and these snickerdoodle scones are a must make, I can almost smell the yumminess through my computer!
Shelby says
I haven't seen cinnamon chips before. When I see them at the store I'll be sure to buy them!
Robyn Stone says
Love the cinnamon in these, Anna! Scones are such a favorite of mine for a special breakfast or brunch. These look so delicious!
Scones seem to be on the radar today... great minds think alike!
Robyn
xo
Shinee says
Anna, I've never made scones in my life! Because I've had so many not so good scones, but I've also had amazingly tender scones. And I'm afraid of failing. Haha This snicker doodle scones look fantastic though, so tempting to try. I will probably try it soon. 🙂
Aimee says
I adore those cinnamon chips and can't find them anywhere!! These scones are awesome 🙂
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
HA. Just went on amazon and ordered a package of 6, 🙂
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Aaaaah, you are tempting me!! 🙂
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Thank you, Aimee!
Catherine says
These scones look wonderful! I would love one with my coffee. Pinned for later. xo, Catherine
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
They are fabulous with coffee! Thank you, Catherine!
Jennifer Farley says
These scones are calling my name!
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Thanks, Jen!!
Danae says
Glad to hear I'm not the only one who can never find the cinnamon chips at the store! The next time I see them though, I'm making a batch of these scones! I love snickerdoodles!
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Thank you, Danae! Aimee just ordered from Amazon and I am seriously tempted to do the same! 🙂
Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says
I love cinnamon scones! And the rest of your snickerdoodle recipes look drool-worthy, too!
Ally's Sweet & Savory Eats says
Snickerdoodles + scones = Perfection! What a great idea!
Jenn says
These just sound amazing from the name alone. Your photos also are fabulous!!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
Cinnamon scones are fabulous! And it's been way too long since I've made sconces. Must try these soon!
Hope you had a great weekend!