maple cream scones

Instructions

1. For the scones, line two rimmed baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper. Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Combine maple extract with 1 1/3 cups heavy cream and drizzle over flour mixture; fold in just until flour is incorporated and a shaggy dough forms – if needed, add 2 more tablespoons cream.
2. Divide dough in half and turn out on a lightly floured board. Use lightly floured hands to pat each half into a 7-inch circle. Place the two circles of dough on prepared baking sheets and chill baking sheets in the freezer for 20 minutes while preheating oven to 425°F.
3. Cut each circle into 7 wedges and pull the wedges slightly apart, leaving an inch between them. Brush scones with cream and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, rotating baking sheets halfway through, until tops are set, edges are beginning to turn golden, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool scones for 5 minutes on baking sheets before removing to a wire rack to cool.
4. For the glaze, combine maple syrup, butter, and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until butter is melted and mixture is combined. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and maple extract. Let cool for several minutes to thicken slightly, then whisk in milk until smooth. Drizzle glaze over scones, sprinkle with flaky salt, and let set before serving.