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Monkey Muffins

Kelley — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Monkey bread is a classic sweet treat, enjoyed for breakfast or a delicious sweet snack any time of the time. These monkey muffins are individual muffins that are convenient to serve and store! They are portable monkey bread that everyone will love. Let me show you how to make monkey muffins today!

Can I tell you about the absolute best breakfast? It started with these monkey muffins. That’s it. That’s the breakfast. But seriously – everyone LOVES these decadent muffins. My kids go crazy for them and honestly, so do I!

These Monkey Muffins are incredibly easy to make, using canned biscuit dough that’s topped with butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Once baked, these pull-apart monkey muffins are slathered in sweetened condensed milk for an extra dose of sweetness and finger-licking stickiness!

What are Monkey Muffins?

Monkey Muffins are essentially monkey bread in muffin form. Instead of baking sweet yeast dough in a cake pan after covering it with melted butter and cinnamon sugar, I’ve assembled biscuit dough in a greased muffin tin, topped with melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon before baking. Easy peasy!

Once baked, these warm monkey muffins get a generous dollop of sweet condensed milk poured over them for extra flavor and decadence. Monkey muffins are a great sweet breakfast food or treat, conveniently baked and served in individual portions.

Monkey Muffin Ingredients

1 can biscuit dough
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
Sweetened condensed milk

Recipe Notes

Biscuit dough – You can use any dough that you’d like. I love the buttermilk dough with layers!

Butter – Butter or margarine can be used in this recipe. Feel free to use your favorite.

Sweetened condensed milk – You only need a small amount drizzled over the tops of the muffins. Make sure to save it and make a batch of homemade vanilla sweet cream creamer!

*My ingredient and how-to photos are older. We have been making this recipe for a loooong time.

How to Make Monkey Muffins

Step 1: Prepare

Cut each biscuit into six equal pieces, placing 3 of those pieces into an individual greased muffin tin. Repeat this for 10-12 muffins, depending on how big you make the dough pieces.

Step 2: Top the Muffins

Top each muffin with melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Or put all that in first. Both ways work!

Step 3: Bake

Bake the muffins for 15 minutes at 375F. Remove the baked muffins from the oven and pour a dollop of condensed milk over the muffins while still warm.

Coffees to Pair with Your Muffins

Recipe FAQs

Is this Like Monkey Bread?

Yes! These monkey muffins are just like monkey bread but smaller! While I haven’t added chopped pecans to these monkey muffins, that is a topping that could be used, which you’re likely to find in most monkey bread recipes.

What Type of Pan Do I Need?

I’ve used a regular muffin pan to make these monkey muffins. Make sure to grease the individual muffin tins with non-stick spray or butter to help remove these monkey muffins once baked.

How Many Monkey Muffins Does This Make?

This recipe makes 10-12 muffins. You could easily halve this or double it by increasing the ingredients and baking the muffins in batches.

What Can I Serve with Monkey Muffins?

Enjoy these scrumptious breakfast monkey muffins with a side of fresh fruit, yogurt, freshly squeezed orange juice, or your favorite brand of brewed coffee.

What Variations Can I Make to This Recipe?

Instead of sweetened condensed milk, you can drizzle frosting or caramel over top!
Add chopped pecans to the top of the muffins over the condensed milk or sugar glaze.
Make chocolate chip monkey muffins by using canned chocolate chip biscuit dough, similar to my Reese’s monkey bread!

Storage and Freezing

How Should I Store These Monkey Muffins?

These monkey muffins should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Similar to larger monkey bread, these monkey muffins will start to turn stale and hard if stored in the refrigerator.

Can I Freeze Leftover Monkey Muffins?

Yes! These monkey muffins can be stored in the freezer, wrapped tightly with plastic wrap, and stored in an airtight container or Ziploc bag for one month. Remember that the sticky condensed milk topping may come off when wrapping the muffins.

These muffins should never be thawed from frozen and then frozen for a second time as this ruins the texture of the muffins.

Monkey Muffins

Yield: 10 muffins

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Make these decadent monkey muffins for your next breakfast or brunch!

Ingredients

1 can biscuit dough
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
Sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

Cut the biscuit dough into thirds and roll each piece into a ball.
Place the dough in a prepared muffin tin (or use muffin liners).
Add a teaspoon of butter and sugar to each muffin.
Add a pinch of cinnamon on top.
Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
Drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the tops of the muffins.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Use as little or much sweetened condenesed milk over the tops as you'd like.

Other Breakfast Treats to Try

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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

Kelley — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 20:03:48 +0000

Fall is my favorite time of year. The leaves change color, the air gets chillier, and pumpkin everything appears on menus. I especially love pumpkin bread. The spices and flavors make the house smell amazing while it’s cooking. This recipe is one of my favorites because it includes cream cheese frosting. Cream cheese frosting makes everything better!

What is Pumpkin Bread?

Pumpkin bread is a quick bread, meaning that it doesn’t require yeast for leavening. Instead, baking powder and soda are used to create a light and fluffy texture. The bread is typically flavored with spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.

Some variations of pumpkin bread include adding chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins. Pumpkin bread is a popular seasonal treat that is often enjoyed during the fall and winter months.

Whether you enjoy it plain or jazzed up with some tasty add-ins, pumpkin bread is sure to please your taste buds!

Frosted Pumpkin Bread Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need ingredients for both the bread and the frosting. Here’s what you’ll need:

Flour– Do not pack the flour. Instead use a spoon to scoop the flour into the measuring cup and then level it off with a butter knife.
Pumpkin puree– I used canned pumpkin puree to simplify this recipe, but homemade is so much better.
Baking powder & soda– Since this is a quick bread, you will need both baking powder and soda to create a fluffy bread.
Pumpkin spices– To give this sweet bread that pumpkin flavor, you’ll need pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and salt.
Eggs– Set your eggs on the counter for about 30-minutes to bring them to room temperature before using them.
Butter– I used unsalted butter. You will melt and cool the butter for the bread, but just allow it to soften for the frosting.
Sugars– For the pumpkin bread, you will need both white sugar and brown sugar. Be sure to pack the sugar.
Vanilla extract– You will need vanilla extract for both the frosting and the pumpkin bread.
Cream cheese– Set the cream cheese on the counter with the butter and eggs to soften before using for the frosting.
Powdered sugar– Do not use regular sugar for the frosting. It will not blend into the right consistency.
Walnuts– If you choose, you can top your pumpkin bread with chopped walnuts.

How to Make Frosted Pumpkin Bread

When making this pumpkin bread, keep in mind that every oven is different. I recommend checking the bread towards the last 50 minutes. If the top gets too brown, cover with foil until the end. Follow the steps below!

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

First, preheat the oven to 350 F.Then, grease a loaf tin or line with parchment paper and set to the side.

Step 2: Beat Wet Ingredients and Sugars

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with a mixer on low, and then add the butter, sugars, and vanilla. Mix again until combined.

Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a separate mixing bowl combine dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices).

Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients

Next, add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix on low until everything combines. Add pumpkin puree.

Step 5: Add the Batter to the Pan

Pour the batter into your prepared loaf tin evenly.

Step 6: Bake

Finally, bake the pumpkin bread for 55 minutes to an hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, dry or with a few breadcrumbs.

Step 7: Cool the Pumpkin Bread

Let the bread rest in the tin for 15 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8: Make the Frosting

Beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until softened and add in the remaining ingredients. Beat until fully combined.

Step 9: Frost the Bread

Cover the entire top of the bread with frosting and add walnuts along with some ground cinnamon.

Step 10: Serve and Enjoy

Cut in slices and serve right away.

Coffees to Pair with Pumpkin Bread

What Type of Pan Do I Need for Pumpkin Bread?

The best option is a glass or light-colored metal pan with straight sides and a smooth surface. Dark pans absorb heat more quickly, which can lead to overcooked bread. Nonstick pans are also a good choice, as they help to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.

But regardless of which type of pan you choose, be sure to coat it with cooking spray or oil before adding the batter. This will help to ensure that your bread releases easily and comes out looking perfect.

Can I Use Homemade Pumpkin Puree?

Yes, you can! While many people opt for store-bought pumpkin puree when making pumpkin bread, it is actually quite easy to make your own. Homemade pumpkin puree will have a fresher flavor than the canned variety, and it can be made with very little effort.

To make pumpkin puree, start by roasting a whole pumpkin in the oven at 400? until it is soft. Then, scoop out the flesh and puree it in a food processor or blender. If you plan to use the puree right away, there is no need to strain it. However, if you want a smoother texture, you can strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve. Once your puree is ready, simply use it in place of store-bought puree in this recipe.

What is the Type of Frosting Is on this Bread?

The frosting used for this recipe is cream cheese frosting. Cream cheese frosting is a rich, creamy frosting made with cream cheese, butter, and sugar. It’s perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts.

The cream cheese gives the frosting a tangy flavor, while the butter and sugar make it smooth and sweet. This frosting is easy to make and can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks.

How to Store Leftovers

For fresh flavor and texture It is better to consume the bread within 2 days but feel free to refrigerate for 3-4 days for later. Without the frosting the bread will keep for longer.

Other Pumpkin Recipes to Try

Pumpkin bread with cream cheese frosting

Yield: 1 loaf

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Make a soft and chewy pumpkin bread topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

2 cups + ¼ cup all purpose flour
1 + ½ cup pumpkin puree (such as libbys or homemade)
1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temp
¾ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3 cups powdered sugar, depending on which consistency you are going for
Top with chopped walnuts

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 F.
Beat the eggs with a mixer on low, add butter, sugars, vanilla. Mix again until combined.
In a separate mixing bowl combine dry ingredients and add to wet ingredients. Mix on low until everything combines. Add pumpkin puree. I like to keep the puree wrapped in a linen or some sort of cloth and squeeze out the excess moisture, even with canned pumpkin puree. It really helps with the bread texture.
Pour the batter into a 9 x 5 inch loaf tin (greased or lined with parchment paper).
Bake for 55 minutes to an hour until the toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, dry or with a few breadcrumbs. Let the bread rest in the tin for 15 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
While the bread is cooling, beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until softened and add in the remaining ingredients. I recommend adding 2 cups of powdered sugar first to see if you have the thick and creamy frosting. If you want it to be more thick, add another ½ or 1 cup of powdered sugar.
Cover the entire top of the bread with frosting and add walnuts along with some ground cinnamon. Cut in slices and serve right away.

Notes

Every oven is different, I recommend checking the bread towards the last 50 minutes. If the top gets too brown, cover with foil until the end.

The frosting will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.

If the frosting seems to thin add more powdered sugar or freeze it until it thickens. It may take hours, depending on the freezer.

For fresh flavor and texture It is better to consume the bread within 2 days but feel free to refrigerate for 3-4 days for later. Without the frosting the bread will keep for longer.

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Chai Latte Bread

Kelley — Sun, 08 May 2022 00:25:27 +0000

When you want something new and delicious to eat in the morning with your chai tea beverage or hot coffee, consider this Chai Latte Bread. It’s easy to prepare from scratch using simple ingredients, including flour, cinnamon, chai tea, and sugar. It will quickly become your new favorite chai tea latte recipe!

Whether you’re a baking expert or still relatively new to preparing baked goods from scratch, you can easily get the hang of this recipe and have fun with it. The baked bread will leave you impressed because of its incredible flavor. You can eat it by itself, serve it with a side of ice cream, or even eat it with fresh fruit added on top.

What is Chai Quick Bread?

Chai Spice Quick Bread is a flavorful baked bread that you can enjoy for a quick breakfast or snack. It consists of chai tea, along with several other essential ingredients, such as cinnamon and sugar, to give it an incredible taste.

Chai Latte Bread Ingredients

If you’d like to make this Chai Spice Quick Bread, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Brewed Chai Tea – You can use a chai tea mix of spices or purchase pre-made chai bags of tea.
Sugar
Butter
Milk
Vanilla
Eggs
Flour
Salt
Baking Powder
Cinnamon
Cloves
Cardamom – An essential spice in any chai tea drink or treat.
Powdered Sugar – This is for the glaze on top of the bread.

How to Make Chai Latte Bread

Step 1: Prep

Set your oven to 350 degrees F. While waiting for the oven to get hot, grease your loaf pan with cooking spray. Grab a large bowl and cream your butter and sugar together.

Step 2: Mix

Next, add your flour, salt, baking powder, and spice into the bowl. Mix in your milk, eggs, vanilla, and tea, pour the contents of the mixing bowl into the loaf pan.

Step 3: Bake

Bake for a minimum of 50 minutes. You may need to bake for 60 minutes total.

Step 4: Cool and glaze

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan. Prepare your glaze and drizzle it over your bread as a finishing touch.

What is Chai?

Chai is a type of tea beverage that consists of various herbs and spices. It is common in Indian cultures and has become quite popular in the United States. It combines black tea with allspice, cinnamon, cloves, cardamon, nutmeg, ginger and star anise. You can make your own chai spice mix with this recipe.

What is quick bread?

Quick bread is an easy bread that you can prepare in no time by combining ingredients, adding them to a loaf pan, and baking in the oven. You can enjoy quick bread for breakfast or as a snack.

Can I use chai concentrate?

Yes, if you’d like to take a quicker and easier approach, you can use chai concentrate in this recipe. You can find it in the coffee and tea aisle of most grocery stores.

How to Store Leftovers

Wrap your Chai Spice Quick Bread in plastic wrap and foil and then place it in the fridge to keep it fresh for several days.

Can I freeze it?

Yes, you can freeze your Chai Spice Quick Bread if you’d like to make it last a bit longer. If you plan to freeze it, be sure to wrap it well with plastic wrap beforehand.

Other Chai Recipes to Try

Chai latte bread

Yield: 1 loaf

Ingredients

Cake:
¾ cup sugar
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup brewed chai tea
⅓ cup milk
2 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon cardamom
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon cloves
Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla
3-5 tablespoons milk
Cinnamon for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees, grease bottom of loaf pan
In a large bowl cream butter and sugar
Add in flour, baking powder, salt, and spices
Mix in milk, eggs, vanilla, tea
Pour into loaf pan
Bake for 50-60 minutes
Cool in pan 10 minutes then turn out to cool on rack completely
Mix glaze ingredients together and pour over top of cooled loaf
Slice & serve

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Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

Kelley — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:43:01 +0000

Perfectly moist and tender, this Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf is packed with delicious lemony flavors and sprinkled with the perfect amount of poppy seeds. This easy to make sweet bread is great for breakfast, tea-time, or an after dinner dessert.

What is Lemon Poppy Seed Bread?

Similar to my Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf, this lemon poppy seed bread adds poppy seeds along with the zesty lemony flavor. Its light, fluffy texture is what makes it so delicious no matter when you eat it.

Lemon Poppy Seed bread is a quick bread. This means that instead of using yeast to make the bread, you use baking soda as a leavening agent. Quick breads bake up moist and fluffy without all the wait time. It’s the perfect quick and easy treat.

Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need ingredients for both the loaf and the icing. Here’s what you’ll need:

Sugar– Use your measuring cup to scoop and back the sugar.
Butter– Room temperature butter works better in baking. Let the butter sit on the counter for about 30-minutes.
Eggs– Use room temperature eggs for a fluffier lemon loaf.
Vanilla extract– I use pure vanilla extract, but you can use imitation vanilla as well.
Lemon– You will need the juice from one lemon as well as the zest. Zest the lemon before juicing. Keep 1 tablespoon out for the icing.
Milk– I used whole milk for this recipe, but you could use 2% if that’s all you have. Additionally, you could use soy milk for dairy intolerances. You will need milk for both the loaf and the icing.
Flour– Do not pack the flour. Instead, use a spoon to scoop it into the measuring cup and scrape off the access with a butter knife.
Baking soda– This is what makes the bread rise. Do not substitute with baking powder.
Poppy seeds– You can find poppy seeds in the seasonings and spice section at your local grocery store.
Salt– A pinch of salt is all you need.
Powdered sugar– You will need powdered sugar for the icing. Because it’s a fine sugar, it blends easier into the milk.

How to Make Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

This lemon poppy seed bread is quick and easy to make. It’s perfect to whip up for an easy breakfast for the week.

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

First, preheat the oven to 350?, and grease a 9×5” loaf pan.

Step 2: Cream the Butter

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar for about 3-minutes.

Step 3: Add Eggs and Lemon

Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until combined. Add the lemon juice and zest, next and beat until incorporated.

Step 4: Add the Dry Ingredients

Next, add ? of the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix everything together until fully incorporated.

Step 5: Pour in Milk and More Flour

Mix in half of the milk. Then, add another third of the flour. Mix everything until combined.

Step 6: Repeat Step 5

Repeat adding the remaining milk and flour until everything is fully incorporated.

Step 7: Add the Poppy Seeds

Gently stir in the poppy seeds, but don’t overmix the batter.

Step 8: Bake Your Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake it in the center of the oven for 45-60 minutes.

Step 9: Let the Loaf Cool

Next, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-minutes. Then, run a butter knife along the edges of the pan to loosen the loaf, and place it on a cooling rack.

Step 10: Make the Icing

To make the icing, whisk the milk, powdered sugar, and lemon juice together until smooth. The icing should be thin.

Drizzle the icing over the loaf and enjoy!

Why is My Lemon Quick Bread Cracked on Top?

This is normal! It happens because the top cooks first since it is exposed to the heat of the oven. As the middle of the loaf bakes and expands, it causes the no longer flexible top to crack. Simply drizzle it with icing to take away from the crack.

Should You Soak Poppy Seeds Before Baking?

Yes! In fact, soaking the poppy seeds before baking softens their tough outer coating. This allows the flavors to be more easily released while baking. Simply soak them in hot milk, water, or oil for about 30-minutes.

Do Poppy Seeds Add Flavor?

Yes. Poppy seeds add a slightly nutty, sweet and spicy flavor to your bread. Additionally, they add a crunchy texture.

Lemon Poppy Seed Tips and Tricks

Use room temperature ingredients. For best results in baking bread, it’s always best to use room temperature eggs and butter.
Grease the pan well. You don’t want your lemon poppyseed loaf to stick to the sides of the pan. Be sure to grease the pan liberally.
Cream the butter and sugar well. You want them to look pale and fluffy before adding the remaining ingredients.
Do the toothpick test. Once the loaf is done, insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean, it’s done.
The icing should be thin. Icing should be thin enough to pour slowly. Add a few extra drops of milk, or teaspoons of powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency.

How to Store Leftovers

Do not refrigerate your lemon loaf. Instead, wrap it loosely with paper towels and place it in a ziploc bag on the counter. This will keep your loaf moist and fresh.

Can I Freeze It?

Yes, you can. Wrap your lemon poppyseed loaf tightly in plastic wrap, and then wrap it in aluminum foil. Or, place it in a freezer bag or airtight container. You can freeze the loaf for up to 3-months.

Other Lemon Recipes to Try

Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

Yield: 1 loaf

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Additional Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Make a decadent lemon poppy seed quick bread perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
¾ cup butter
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup lemon juice (juice of 1 large lemon)
Zest from one lemon (about a Tablespoon)
¾ cup of milk
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 Tablespoon poppy seeds
Icing:
1 cup powdered sugar
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 Tablespoon milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350º, and grease a 9x5” loaf pan
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy (about 3 minutes)
Add eggs and vanilla extract and beat together
Add lemon juice and zest, and beat until incorporated
Add ⅓ of the flour, plus the baking soda and salt
Mix together
Add half of the milk, and mix
Add another third of the flour, and again mix until combined
Repeat with remaining milk and flour, combining until just blending
Stir in poppy seeds
Pour batter into pan and bake in center of oven for 45-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
Remove from oven and let cool ten minute before running a butter knife along edges of pan to loosen, removing from pan, and cooling completely on a wire rack
For the icing, whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Icing should be thin enough to pour slowly. Add a few extra drops of milk, or teaspoons of powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency.
Drizzle over cake

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Copycat Starbucks lemon loaf

Kelley — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Love the lemon loaf from Starbucks? I tend to grab a slice when I stop by Starbucks far more often than I should. The easiest solution? Make a copycat Starbucks lemon loaf to enjoy! Let me show you how to make this delicious lemon bread today.

Oh man.. yall. I know that everyone is aware of my love for Starbucks. I used to go WAY to often and spend WAY too much money and time at the coffee shop.

I still go on occasion but I have this weird obsession with re-creating their eats and drinks at home. See my Starbucks iced white chocolate mocha recipe, my copycat birthday cake pops and my iced vanilla latte. I was so excited when I nailed this lemon loaf recipe! It’s easy to make at home and tastes just like the original.

What is Starbucks lemon loaf?

The Starbucks Lemon Loaf is a baked sweet bread with zesty icing that makes it taste even better. It’s known for its incredibly light, fluffy texture that gives it such an added touch. While it’s great to eat by itself, it’s also perfect for pairing with your favorite iced or hot beverage, whichever you prefer.

Starbucks Lemon Loaf Ingredients

If you plan to make this baked bread, you’re going to need the following ingredients:

White Granulated Sugar
All-Purpose Flour
Milk
Baking Powder
Lemon Zest
Vanilla Extract
Olive Oil
Eggs
Baking Soda
Salt

Sugar – Plain white sugar works perfect in this recipe.

Flour – Use your favorite all purpose baking flour.

Zest – Grab a lemon zester and zest 1-2 lemons. You will need 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon zest.

Olive oil – A milk olive oil or any other oil will work in this lemon loaf recipe.

Eggs – Leave your eggs out to get to room temperature before you start baking.

Lemon extract – For an extra lemon-y flavor, add some lemon extract to your batter.

How to Make Copycat Lemon Loaf at Home

Set your oven to 350 degrees F. While waiting for it to get hot, grab a bowl and combine your sugar with olive oil, eggs, and sugar with a handheld mixer.

Grab a separate bowl and combine your dry ingredients with the wet ones, mixing at low speed before stirring in some of the lemon zest.

Pour the loaf batter into a 9 x 5-inch loaf tin, making sure to grease it or line it with parchment paper beforehand.

Bake in the oven for up to 55 minutes, checking with a toothpick to make sure it’s done.

Allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes before transferring it over to a wire rack and cooling completely.

Prepare your glaze, drizzle on top of the bread, and let it set before you serve.

Frequently asked questions about Starbucks lemon loaf

Can I double this recipe?

Yes, you can easily double this recipe by multiplying all of the ingredients by 2. You will need 2 bread pans and will get 2 delicious loaves of iced lemon bread when your done.

Can you buy a whole lemon loaf at Starbucks?

No, you can’t. The lemon loaf comes in individual bags that are served when you order it. Good thing you can make it at home with this easy copycat recipe!

How much is Starbucks lemon loaf?

The average cost will depend on the location of the store, but the typical price is around $2.45+ for a single slice.

Does lemon loaf contain dairy?

Yes, this lemon loaf contains milk as an ingredient when mixing the batter.

How to Store Leftovers

You can slice the bread into individual serving slices, wrapping each slice in plastic wrap and placing the slices of the loaf into a large Ziploc bag. You can keep these lemon loaf slices on the kitchen counter or place them in the fridge, whichever you prefer. If you want them to last longer, you can freeze some of your slices.

Can you freeze Starbucks lemon loaf?

Yes. Feel free to freeze your lemon loaf so that it will last up to three months. Freeze the bread without the glaze! You will want to make that later and enjoy it fresh.

Coffee to pair with your copycat lemon loaf

A slice of lemon loaf is good on it’s own, but it’s even better with a copycat coffee! Some of my favorites to pair with a warm slice of lemon bread are:

Copycat Starbucks lemon loaf

Yield: 1 standard loaf

Make a copycat Starbucks lemon loaf at home with a few common ingredients.

Ingredients

½ cup olive oil
1 cup white granulated sugar
2 cups all purpose flour
2 eggs
4 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
1 zest of large lemon
1 and ½ lemon, juiced

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk sugar, olive oil and eggs with an electric handheld mixer until smooth. Stir in milk.
3. In a separate mixing bowl combine dry ingredients and add to wet ingredients. Mix on low until everything combined. Stir in lemon zest.
4. Pour the batter into a 9 x 5 inch loaf tin (greased or lined with parchment paper). Make a small cut lengthwise about ½ inch deep in the center of the bread.
5. Bake for 50-55 minutes until the toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few breadcrumbs.
6. Let the bread cool in the tin for 10 minutes, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Make the glaze by combining all the ingredients. Drizzle over the bread with a spoon or a fork and let set.
8. Cut into 10-12 thick pieces and enjoy.

Notes

I recommend checking on the bread towards the last 20-25 minutes. If the top gets too brown, cover with a piece of foil until the time is up. The bread should be placed in the middle of the oven rack.

Other copycat Starbucks recipes to try

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Cranberry bliss bars

Kelley — Sun, 28 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +0000

Cranberry Bliss Bars are one of my favorite winter treats! They are sweet with a bit of tartness thanks to the cranberries. You can buy these bliss bars from Starbucks or you can make them at home. Seasonal treat made at home for a fraction of the cost? Check and check!

Yesss!! It’s officially cranberry and eggnog and peppermint season! I don’t think I need to explain that I classify my seasons based on food and not their temperatures. I’m that person. And I have no shame.

We have moved from the pumpkin spice and apple cinnamon season into holiday baking and comfort foods. Seriously – my favorite time of year. Bring on the cranberry bliss bars and peppermint mochas!

What are cranberry bliss bars?

Cranberry bliss bars are bakery treat that is on the Starbucks seasonal menu. It comes out around November and runs through January. The bliss bar is a shortbread based cookie that has cranberries mixed in. The bars are then topped with frosting and white chocolate drizzle. It is sweet with a slight tart bite from the cranberries. It’s a great winter snack!

Cranberry bliss bar ingredients

To make your own Starbucks cranberry bliss bars at home you will need:

butter
brown sugar
sugar
eggs
vanilla extract
fresh orange zest
flour
baking powder
dried cranberries
white chocolate chips
cream cheese
powdered sugar

Butter – I prefer salted butter in this recipe, but you can use unsalted as well. You can not substitute margarine or anything other alternative butter here.

Orange zest – You can use a zester to easily zest the outside of an orange. This will produce the best flavor for these cranberry bars.

Dried cranberries – You can find dried cranberries in the baking aisle. You can get sweetened or unsweetened, whichever you prefer. The cranberries will go in the base of the bars and on top.

White chocolate – Grab a bag of white chocolate chips for these cookie bars. You will need them for the base of the bar, sprinkled on top and melted as well. I love using Ghiradelli white chocolate chips as they are a good quality but not too expensive.

Cream cheese – Any brand cream cheese will work, just be sure to left it soften before using it to make the frosting.

How to make Starbucks copycat cranberry bliss bars

These bars are super easy to make. They are a basic cookie bar that is topped with frosting, melted chocolate along with cranberries and white chocolate chips. Once you have your ingredients you will also need to grab:

mixing bowls
measuring cups and spoons
spatula
hand or stand mixer
baking sheet

Step 1 Cream the sugars In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and the 2 sugars. Use your hand held mixer and mix until light and fluffy. You can also do this in your KitchenAid stand mixer with the paddle attachment.

Step 2 Add eggs and vanilla Add your eggs to the butter mixture, one at a time and mix well. Pour in your vanilla and combine. Fold in the orange zest and do not overmix it.

Step 3 Mix the flour and add-ins Add the flour and mix using the hand held mixer. Fold in the white chocolate chips and the cranberries. Again, do not overmix the ingredients.

Step 4 Bake Pour the batter on a prepared baking sheet or a 9×13 baking dish. Spread the batter out evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges just start to brown and a toothpick comes out clean in the center.

Step 5 Make the frosting While the bars are cooling, make the frosting. Combine the butter and cream cheese and beat until smooth. Add in the powdered sugar in parts followed by the vanilla extract and the milk.

Step 6 Frost the bars When the cranberry bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top. A silicon spatula helps with spreading the frosting.

Step 7 Top the bars Sprinkle the extra cranberries and white chocolate chips into the frosting. Melt the remaining white chocolate chips in the microwave. Stir until smooth. Drizzle the white chocolate over the top of the bars and allow to cool in the fridge before cutting and serving.

How do you cut cranberry bliss bars?

You will want to cut the bars into triangles to make them the perfect copycat. Do this by making vertical cuts into the bars with a sharp knife. Then cut the bars horizontally to make squares. Finally, cut your squares in half diagonally to give them their classic triangle shape.

Do Starbucks cranberry bliss bars need to be refrigerated?

Yes, these bars do need to be kept in the fridge. You need to place them in the fridge to help set the frosting and the melted chocolate. You also need to keep any leftovers in the fridge as well.

How many calories are in cranberry bliss bars?

According to the Starbucks website, one cranberry bliss bar is 290 calories. You can view the full nutritional value information on their website.

What other kind of pastries does Starbucks have?

I’m so glad you asked! Starbucks has a variety of other pastries on their menu, some seasonal and some are available year round. Some of my favorite pastries from Starbucks are:

Tips and tricks

I made these cranberry bliss bars again this past week and they received mixed reviews from the kids. They loved the white chocolate and the cream cheese frosting on the bars, but said what are those purple things momma? They carefully picked those out and handed them to me. Kids are funny. To make these bars even easier follow my tips and tricks below.

Make sure your butter and cream cheese is softened before you start to make the bars and the frosting. You can leave it on the counter for 30 minutes before you start or soften it in the microwave, carefully!
Scrap down the sides of the bowl to fully incorporate all of your ingredients. A silicone spatula works great for this.
You can use a 9×13 baking dish or a baking sheet to bake the cookie bar base. The batter is thick enough that you can spread it out on a cookie sheet and bake it that way as well. A jelly roll pan works too!
If your frosting is too thick, add a bit more milk to thin it out. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar. You want it to be thick but spreadable.

How to store leftovers

You need to store leftover cranberry bliss bars in an airtight container in the fridge. This will keep the bars and the frosting fresh. They will keep for 3-4 days in the fridge.

Can cranberry bliss bars be frozen?

Yes! These copycat Starbucks bliss bars can be frozen pretty easily. Make the recipe according to the directions and slice them as well. Wrap the bars in parchment paper and place in a Ziplock bag in the freezer. They will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow the thaw in the fridge before enjoying later.

Cranberry bliss bars

Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

Bars:
1 stick of butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoon fresh orange zest
1 cup of flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Frosting:
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 tablespoon of butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Drizzle:
1/4 cup white chocolate chips
additional dried cranberries and white chocolate chips
additional orange zest

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 and line a cookie sheet with a silicone baking liner.

Cream together the butter and two sugars until light and fluffy.

Add in the eggs, vanilla extract and orange zest. Mix to incorporate but don't over mix ingredients.

Mix in the flour, cranberries and white chocolate chips.

Pour the batter onto your prepared cookie sheet. Spread out evenly. (Mine took up about half of a large cookie sheet.)

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean in the center and the edges are JUST starting to brown. You don't want to over bake the bars.

Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.

For the frosting - mix together the cream cheese and butter until combined. Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. If too thick to spread add a tablespoon of milk to thin.

Spread over cooled bars and top with the additional cranberries and white chocolate chips.

For the drizzle - melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 15 second intervals. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the bars and garnish with additional orange zest.

Allow the white chocolate to harden before cutting.

Enjoy!

Starbucks copycat drinks to try

These bars are great on their own, but why not pair them with an easy DIY coffee drink? I recommend trying:

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Honey Glazed Donut Holes

Ashley — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 02:12:31 +0000

Prepare a sweet treat for you and your family to eat with this recipe for Homemade Donut Holes. These honey glazed donut holes are fresh, flavorful, and fun to prepare, making them an excellent dessert or quick breakfast to enjoy.

How many times would you say that you’ve stopped at Dunkin’ or other local coffee shops to get yourself some donut holes? I know I have! If they’re your guilty pleasure, you can’t go wrong with learning how to make them at home from scratch.

Follow this recipe for Homemade Donut Holes to prepare a sweet treat with minimal effort. These donut holes are a great snack. However, you can also enjoy them as a grab-and-go breakfast that will leave you feeling full and satisfied. Donut holes go perfectly with your DIY coffee drink in the morning.

What Are Donut Holes?

Donut holes are a miniature version of traditional donuts. Rather than the whole donut, you’re preparing the holes from the center dough of the donut to create a sweet treat to enjoy.

Ingredients for Honey Glazed Donut Holes

Biscuit Dough – You’ll use the biscuit dough to create the dough for your donuts.
Butter – Add extra flavor to your donut holes using a bit of butter.
Honey – Use the honey to bring sweetness to your donut holes.
Powdered Icing Sugar – Add a finished touch to your donut holes with a bit of powdered icing sugar.

You’ll also need hot water, oil, and vanilla extract to complete this recipe.

How to Make Honey Glazed Donut Holes

Making donut holes is so easy, and they make a delicious quick breakfast or afternoon snack. Follow the simple steps below to make these honey glazed donut holes:

Step 1: Prep

First, grab a plate and cover it with paper towels to use to soak up any excess oil from your donut holes. Then, place a cooling rack on a baking tray and set it off to the side.

Step 2: Heat the Oil

Pour oil into a dutch oven and heat it on the stove until it reaches 350 degrees F.

Step 3: Cut the Biscuit Dough

Cut the biscuit dough with a small circle cookie cutter. Then, roll the remaining dough into small balls.

Step 4: Drop the Balls into the Oil

When your oil is hot, add about five or six of the donut holes into the oil at a time, preparing them until they’re golden brown.

Step 5: Soak up the Oil

Place the donut holes on the plate lined with paper towels to soak up the oil.

Step 6: Make the Honey Glaze

Whisk your honey, water, and butter together and sift the powdered sugar into the mix.

Step 7: Add the Vanilla

Add your vanilla extract and stir until fully combined.

Step 7: Dip the Donut Holes

Finally, dip your donut holes into the delicious honey glaze. Then place them on the cooling rack.

Serve and Enjoy!

How Do They Make Donut Holes?

When making your own donut holes, you can easily make donut holes by using a cookie cutter to cut a hole in the center of the dough. However, the donuts you find at the grocery store probably didn’t get any holes cut out of them. this is because they have special machines that fry the dough in a circular patter. Donut holes that you find at the bakery or grocery store are usually made out of dough that has been cut into small squares.

What are Donuts without Holes Called?

While most donuts have holes in the middles, all donuts do not. Donuts without holes are typically stuffed with fruit flavored filling, and are called jelly donuts. These hole less donuts can also be filled with a sweet custard. If the custard filled donuts are round, they are called Boston cream donuts, but if they are rectangular, they are called eclairs. But, no matter what they are all still donuts!

How to Store Leftovers

Place your Homemade Donut Holes in a food storage container with a lid to keep them fresh. Be sure to allow them to cool before you store them. They can be left out at room temperature for 3-5 days.

Best Coffees To Pair with Your Donut Holes

These donut holes will taste great with a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Frap or some Iced S’mores Coffee. Here are a few of my absolute favorite coffee recipes:

Donut Holes

Ingredients

1 can Biscuit Dough
1/3 cup Butter
1 teaspoon Honey
1/3 cup Hot Water
1 1/2 cups Powdered Icing Sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

Line a plate with paper towels and set aside.
Set a cooling rack over a baking tray and set aside for the glazed donut holes.
Place your frying oil in a dutch oven over medium heat. Use a candy thermometer to ensure you bring the oil to 350F.
Cut each biscuit with a small circular cookie cutter, then shape similarly sized balls of dough with the remaining biscuit dough.
Once oil is hot, fry donut holes in groups of 5 or 6 for about 1 minute per side, until golden brown.
Set fried donut holes on the paper towel lined plate.
Once all donut holes have been fried, turn off the heat for the oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the butter, honey and hot water.
Sift the powdered icing sugar into the butter mixture, whisk together to form a thick glaze.
Whisk in the vanilla extract, then in groups of 4-5, dip the donut holes in the honey glaze.
Set the glazed donuts on the prepared cooling rack over a baking sheet.
Allow to set for 30 minutes until dry to the touch.
If desired, give the donut holes a second glaze.

Other Sweet Recipes to Try

Looking for more sweet treats! Check out some of my favorites, below!

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Caramel Apple Danish

Kelley — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:23:29 +0000

If you enjoy a classic cream cheese danish, you are going to love this caramel apple version. This caramel apple danish recipe uses simple ingredients (you only need 6!) that come together to make one delicious breakfast treat. Grab a baking dish and let’s make these caramel apple danishes today!

I’m not sure if I love danishes because they pair so well with coffee, or because they are deliciously sweet treat on their own. Either way, they are a truly decadent breakfast recipe that are super easy to make. Once I learned how to make the Starbucks copycat cheese danish, I was ready to up my danish making game. These caramel apple danishes are just another flavor combo that I know you’ll love.

What are danishes?

Danishes are a soft, flaky pastry that is filled with a fruit and cream cheese center. They are sometimes called danish pastries, but more often than not, they are referred to as danishes. They are made of flaky layers of puff pastry, with a deliciously sweet topping in the center.

Apple danish ingredients

I love how simple it is to make these danishes. You only need a handful of ingredients to make apple danishes at home. You will nee:

puff pastry
granny smith apples
brown sugar
ground cinnamon
egg
caramel sauce

Puff pastry – You will need 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry for this recipe. You can made and use homemade puffy pastry, if you’d like.

Apples – Granny Smith apples work best in this recipe. The tartness from the apple pairs well with the brown sugar and the caramel sauce. You can use any apple you like or have on hand though.

Caramel sauce – You can use your favorite caramel sauce for this recipe. I love using my homemade caramel sauce with cream, but any caramel will work here.

How to make apple danishes with caramel

Once you have gathered all your ingredients, you will also need to grab:

baking sheet
parchment paper
knife
measuring cups and spoons
cooling rack

Step 1 Prepare the puff pastry Place the puff pastry on a floured surface or a cutting board. Unfold it and cut it into 6 rectangles. This is easy to do if you have the frozen puff pastry as it is already folded into 3 sections. Cut along each fold and then cut those in half.

Step 2 Score the pastry Using a pairing knife, score the puff pastry in the center, creating a rectangle. This is where you will place the filling.

Step 3 Add the filling Place 3-4 apple slices in the center of the puff pastry, where you just made your rectangle. Mix together the brown sugar and the cinnamon and sprinkle it over the top of the apple slices.

Step 4 Bake Brush your egg wash over the sides of the pastry. This is optional, but will give the edges of the pastry a nice crispy texture. Add the baking sheet with the prepared danishes to the oven and bake for 15-17 minutes.

Step 5 Add caramel sauce After the apple danishes are done baking, drizzle caramel sauce over the top. You can also add flaky sea salt as a finishing touch. Allow to cool on a cooling rack.

Can I use homemade puff pastry?

Yes! You can! Homemade puff pastry uses a few common ingredients and you can easily make it at home. Follow this recipe for puff pastry.

What kind of apples do I need?

You can use any type of apples that you like. I love the combination of sweet and tart that comes with using Granny Smith apples, but you can use any variety that you love.

Other danish recipes to try

Homemade danishes are super easy to make and great for breakfast, snacks or dessert. Some of my other danish recipes are:

How to store leftovers

Place any leftover danishes in an airtight container in the fridge. You can also leave them on the counter, but they will last longer if stored in the fridge.

Can I freeze danishes?

Yes! You can! Place the cooked danishes in a Ziplock bag in the freezer. Make sure to remove any air. They will keep for 3 months. Thaw in the freezer and enjoy!

Tips and tricks

Make sure to use puff pastry sheets, not shells or phyllo dough. It’s also important to thaw your dough according to the package directions. You want it to be cold, but not frozen.
I love granny smith apples with caramel but feel free to use any tart baking apple.
Light brown sugar pairs perfectly with apples but granulated sugar will also work if that’s what you have on hand.
An egg wash helps the puff pastry brown and crisp in the oven. You can make an egg wash by whisking an egg and adding a bit of water to it.
Make sure to use a good quality caramel sauce in this recipe! It really makes a difference.

Caramel Apple Danish

Yield: 6 danishes

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Make a super flaky pastry topped with tart apples and sweet caramel sauce.

Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
2 large granny smith apples, thinly sliced
¼ cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 large egg, beaten with a splash of water
¼ cup caramel sauce
Flakey sea salt, optional

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Roll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it is 1/4” thick.

Cut the puff pastry into six rectangles. Use a paring knife to gently slice a ¼” thick border around the edge-- make sure not to cut all the way through the puff pastry!

Fill the center of the puff pastry with sliced apple.

In a small bowl stir together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture over the Danishes.

Brush the border of the Danishes with egg wash.

Bake the Danishes for 15-17 minutes or until the edges of the pastry are golden brown.

Allow the pastry to cool on the pan and then drizzle over the caramel sauce. Top with a sprinkle of flaky salt, if desired.

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Apple Cider Scones

Kelley — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 03:44:08 +0000

These Apple Cider Scones are one of my favorite fall-inspired treats! They’re soft and fluffy with tender pieces of chopped apples throughout, finished off with a topping of cinnamon nutmeg sugar and chopped pecans. They pair perfectly with a nice cup of hot coffee on a cool morning.

Serve these scones warm from the oven as is or with a side serving of softened butter, apple butter or jam, and whipped cream (if you’re in the mood for a little more decadence!).

They’re a great addition to the breakfast table or to be enjoyed as a snack throughout the day!

What Are Scones?

You may think of scones as something similar to a biscuit, and in fact, they are very similar from the perspective of American baking. However, scones actually originate from Scotland and have since become an integral part of British high tea, traditionally shaped in rounds and served plain with butter, jam (usually strawberry jam), whipped cream and grated cheddar cheese!

Those countries that stem from British colonialism such as South Africa and Australia, still revere these baked treats with a sense of national pride. Interestingly enough, if you were to ask the British what they considered a biscuit, they would quickly point out a cookie, so terminology can sometimes be misleading and the “scone” illustrates that point well.

Apple Cider Scone Ingredients

These fall-inspired Apple Cider Scones are the perfect addition to your breakfast table or as a delicious sweet treat without being overly decadent. Here’s what you’ll need to whip up a fresh batch of these baked scones:

all-purpose flour
sugar
butter
chopped apple
egg
apple cider
chopped pecans
baking powder
cinnamon
nutmeg

Scroll down for tips on picking the best ingredients for these scones.

Apple cider – Make sure you grab apple cider and not apple juice. Apple cider is slightly thicker and has a distinct flavor. Some grocery stores have the apple cider mixed in with the apple juice and some have it up front in the refrigerated drink section.

Butter – You need cold butter for this recipe. The cold butter is cut into the flour mixture and it helps gives the scone the flaky texture.

Apples – Use any apples that you like for this recipe. I have found that a red delicious holds up the best when baked.

How To Make Apple Cider Scones

Even if you’re new to baking, there’s nothing complicated about making these baked Apple Cider Scones. Here are the simple steps to follow for making these treats:

Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet

Preheat your oven to 400? and prepare a baking sheet by spraying it with oil. You’re also welcome to use these silicone mats instead.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients and Butter

In a medium sized bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Once these dry ingredients have been mixed, use a pastry blender, cutting the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients and Apple

Add the egg, apple cider, and chopped apple into the coarse crumbs and blend until it forms a dough mixture.

Step 4: Prepare the Scone Dough

Place the scone dough onto a lightly floured board and pat it into a 1/2” thick circle. Cut the dough using a 2” biscuit cutter into scone shapes. Re-roll any remaining dough to flatten and be recut into additional scones.

Arrange your freshly cut scones on a baking sheet (either oiled or lined with a silicone mat), making sure that they have enough peace between them.

Step 5: Add Cinnamon Nutmeg Sugar Topping and Bake

Once your scones have been assembled, melt the butter and make the cinnamon nutmeg sugar mixture in a small dish. Brush the tops of the scones with melted butter and then sprinkle them with the cinnamon sugar mixture and chopped pecans.

Place your scones in the oven to bake for 12 minutes.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

When your scones have finished baking, transfer them from the baking sheet to cool before serving with warm butter, jam, or whipped cream and enjoy with your favorite hot beverage!

What Is The Topping On These Scones?

I’ve used a very simple cinnamon and nutmeg sugar mixture to coat the tops of these scones as well as adding some chopped pecans for some delicious contrasting crunch! Feel free to omit the pecans or use a different chopped nut of your choice.

How Long Do You Bake Scones?

These Apple Cider Scones only need to be baked for 12 minutes at 400?. Since all ovens heat differently, you can check for the readiness of your scones by inserting a toothpick into the center which should come out clean. If not, leave your scones for a few more minutes, watching that they don’t burn.

How To Store Leftovers

Leftover scones can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days, either at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Can I Freeze Them?

Yes, you can! These scones can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 month! I recommend that you first flash freeze them till hardened and then wrap them individually in plastic wrap to be stored in an airtight container – that way, their topping is less likely to come off and you then also have the option of transferring them to a Ziploc bag.

Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature and heat them up for 10 seconds or so in the microwave.

Apple Cider Scones

Yield: 15 scones

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 27 minutes

Make extra flaky scones that are perfect for fall!

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1⁄4 cup sugar
1⁄4 cup firm butter
1/3 cup chopped apple
1 egg
1/3 cup apple cider
1⁄2 cup chopped pecans
1 1⁄2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1⁄2 tsp nutmeg
Topping:
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

• Set oven to 400°

• Spray baking sheet with oil.

• In a medium sized bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

• Using the pastry blender, cut butter into flour mixture until it resembles course crumbs.

• Mix in egg and apple cider.

• Chop apple and blend into dough mixture.

• Turn dough onto lightly floured board.

• Pat dough into a 1/2” thick circle.

• Use 2” biscuit cutter to cut scones. Re-roll and flatten to use all the dough.

• Arrange on a baking sheet, touching each other.

• Melt butter and make topping by mixing sugar and cinnamon in a small dish.

• Brush the tops of the scones with melted butter.

• Sprinkle tops with cinnamon sugar.

• Sprinkle chopped pecans on top.

• Bake for 12 minutes.

• Place on a wire rack to cool or serve warm with butter.

Notes

• Store in a sealed container for 3-4 days or place in a freezer.

• Enjoy with coffee, tea, or better yet...apple cider!

Other Scone Recipes To Try

Looking for another scone recipe to try? Some of my favorites are:

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Starbucks Apple Fritters

Kelley — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Sweet and delicious pastries pair perfectly with a steaming cup of coffee. We all love a good fritter, but who has the money to buy these delicious treats all the time? Instead of breaking the bank, you can make these delicious Starbucks Apple Fritters right at home! Let me show you how to make these copycat apple fritters today.

All my moolah goes to my kids! That means there isn’t much extra for me to splurge at Starbucks. Not only that, but sometimes there just isn’t time to run there to grab anything. With that being said, I am still a huge fan of Starbucks, so I’ve decided to whip up all my favorites right here at home. These apple fritters pair perfectly with my Starbucks Maple Pecan Latte!

What’s an Apple Fritter?

Fritters are actually similar to donuts. Both are batter-based, fried desserts. The difference is how they get filled. A donut gets fried by itself and the filling is piped in later. However, a fritter is fried with its apple filling already folded into the batter. Then each is coated with a sugary glaze.

Starbucks Apple Fritters Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need ingredients for both the fritters and the sweet glaze you put on top. Get out that shopping list and jot down these ingredients:

Apples: I use Honey Crisp apples for mine. These are sweet, red apples. If you prefer a tarter taste, you can use Granny Smith Apples instead.
Applesauce: Applesauce goes right in the batter to really bring out the sweet flavor of the apples.
Eggs: You’ll need a couple eggs for the fritter batter.
Flour: You will be making fritters from scratch, so you’ll need flour for the batter.
Baking powder: Make sure to use baking powder and not baking soda. This is what helps the dough rise and become crisp and fluffy while being fried.
Milk: You’ll need milk for both the fritters and the glaze. Go ahead and grab another gallon.
Flavorings: You’ll want to make sure you have cinnamon, salt, sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla to add all the delicious flavors to your fritters.

Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of exact ingredients!

How to Make Copycat Starbucks Apple Fritters

These copycat apple fritters are so easy to make! Just follow the simple steps below!

Step 1: Make Fritter Batter

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder cinnamon and salt. Make a well in the mixture and add 1/3 cup of milk, eggs and applesauce. Mix completely. Peal and dice the apples and fold into the batter.

Step 2: Fry the Fritters

In a pan or skillet, bring oil to 375°. Once oil is hot, drop 1/4 cup of batter in the oil. Let it fry on each side for 3 minutes until golden brown.

Step 3: Let Fritters Cool

Remove and let rest on paper towels to help soak up excess oil. Place fritters on a baking rack to cool.

Step 4: Make the Glaze

In a mixing bowl whisk the glaze ingredients together. Set rack of fritters on a baking sheet to catch the excess glaze while pouring glaze over the fritters. Glaze the fritters 2-3 times.

Enjoy your delicious Starbucks apple fritters with your favorite latte, cappuccino, or coffee!

Can I Make Starbucks Apple Fritters in the Air Fryer?

Absolutely! In fact, making fritters in the air fryer is actually much healthier than frying them in oil. If you have an air fryer, follow this Air Fryer Apple Fritters Recipe!

What Type of Apples Do I Need?

I like to use Honey Crisp apples when making apple fritters. However, they can also be made with Gala, Fuji, or even Golden delicious. If you want a tart flavor, use Granny Smith apples. The right apple all depends on your preference.

How Long Do I Fry Apple Fritters?

These apple fritters needs to be fried for 3 minutes on each side. So, you will fry them for a total of 6 minutes. Make sure that they are a golden brown on each side before removing them from the frying pan.

How to Store Leftover Starbucks Apple Fritters

You can store your apple fritters on the counter for 2 days. However, if you place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator, you can keep them for about 5 days.

Can I Freeze Them?

Absolutely! They kind of freeze like any of the frozen pastries you would find in the freezer section at the store. First, let them cool completely, and then place them in gallon freezer ziplock bags. They will keep for about 2 months in the freezer.

Other Starbucks Copycat Treats to Try

Looking for more Starbucks Copycats? Well, you’re in luck because I have a ton for you to try!

Starbucks Apple Fritters

Yield: 10-12

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 6 minutes

Total Time: 26 minutes

Ingredients

3 honey crisp apples
2 Eggs
1/4 cup Applesauce
1 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons Baking powder
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup of sugar
1/3 cup of milk
2 cups oil

Glaze Ingredients

2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 cup milk

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder cinnamon and salt.
Make a well in the mixture and add 1/3 cup of milk, eggs and applesauce. Mix completely
Peal and dice the apples and fold into the batter.
In a pan or skillet, bring oil to 375°. Once oil is hot, drop 1/4 cup of batter in the oil.
Let it fry on each side for 3 minutes until golden brown.
Remove and let rest on paper towels to help soak up excess oil.
Place fritters on a baking rack to cool
In a mixing bowl whisk the glaze ingredients together.
Set rack of fritters on a baking sheet to catch the excess glaze while pouring glaze over the fritters.
Glaze the fritters 2-3 times.

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