Caramel Apple Scones

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a silpat mat or parchment paper.

Prepare the apples:

1. Combine the apples, butter and cinnamon in a small saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the apples are soft. Transfer to a bowl and pop in the freezer while you make the scone dough.

For the Scones:

1. In a large bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Add the butter and use your hands to spread and mix until pea-sized crumbs form. (You can also use two knives, a pastry cutter, or a food processor.)
2. Fold in the yogurt and apples until the dough comes together (don't overmix, and use your hands if needed to smush it all together- it's a dry dough).
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and and form a 9 inch circle, about 2 inches thick. Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into equal wedges.
4. Place the un-baked scones on your prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1/2-inch between scones.
5. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are cooked through and no longer doughy in the middle. Let them cool for a few minutes- and then transfer to a cooling rack.

To make the icing:

1. In small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and milk. Cook over medium-low heat for 1 minute.
2. Transfer to a mixing bowl and mix in medium speed to cool the mixture slightly. Stir in the vanilla and 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar.
3. Beat with a whisk or an electric mixer until well blended. If necessary, add more milk or powdered sugar to get the right consistency.
4. Drizzle icing over warm scones.