I'm really looking forward to Easter this year. Last year we were all at home and it was sweet and cozy, but I found myself missing all of our family and the extended egg hunts that typically ensue before lunch. I've been making plans for the holiday and these Carrot Cake Scones with Cream Cheese Glaze are definitely on my list! I've been obsessed with scones since I discovered the cranberry orange ones at Whole Foods at the ripe old age of 17. Want to know a little secret? Scones are so easy to make! These are so easy, so moist, and every bit as good if not better than the ones at your favorite coffee shop! 
Carrot, Orange + White Chocolate Chip Scones with Cream Cheese Glaze
(makes 8 large scones- adapted from Words of Deliciousness)
Ingredients:
- 3 cups flour
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup butter
- 1 egg
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup orange sections chopped
- ⅔ cup milk
- ½ c. mini white chocolate chips
For the Glaze:
- 1 ½ c. powdered sugar
- ¼ c. water
- ½ c. cream cheese, softened at room temperature
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract
Method:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet by greasing it or using parchment paper.
- In a large bowl combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Add the butter and cut in with a fork or a pastry cutter until the butter is completely worked into the flour mixture and forms a crumbly mixture. Add the chocolate chips. Wait to combine until next step.
- In another bowl combine the egg, shredded carrots, oranges, and milk. Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and by hand combine the two until it forms a ball. Do not overwork the dough.
- On a lightly floured surface form the dough into an 8" circle and then cut into 8 even slices or triangles. Place each piece on the baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Cool completely. This process actually helps soften the carrots, too.
- While the scones are cooling prepare the icing. Add all ingredients for the glaze to a bowl and mix well. You can add additional powdered sugar or water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Drizzle the icing over the scones and serve.
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Photography by Katie Jameson
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Eden Passante says
These look amazing!! I'm in love with scones so I'll definitely be making these!
Jen Pinkston says
Me too! I'm addicted now! I just made maple walnut last week!
Pat says
The description says to add orange zest, but it is not noted in ingredients.....
Jen Pinkston says
You're totally right! I ended up not adding it and loved it that way. Will adjust now. Thanks, Pat 🙂
Jonel says
My son has a milk allergy so that limited the amount of chocolate he could eat. His Easter Basket contained small toys (jacks, matchbox cars, etc depending on his age), books, crayons, stickers and one slightly bigger gift. For example, one year we were in DC for Easter and he got an inexpensive camera. We used to fill eggs with candy and money and hide them until I went to do it the next year and discovered the eggs were still full of (hard as rocks) candy from the year. At that point, I switched to just money (nickels, dimes, quarters and a few dollar bills). That was a hit with him. I would put one chocolate bunny in and he would take a bite and I would eat the rest. 🙂
Jen Pinkston says
Oh, Parker would love coins! She's obsessed right now. I love the idea of one bigger gift, too, so it doesn't all just feel like throw away stuff that will be gone in a few days. Thanks, Jonel!
Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness says
I wanted to stop by and thank you for trying my recipe for these scones. Your scones look lovely - Dawn from Words Of Deliciousness
Jen Pinkston says
Oh my goodness! Thanks for posting such a delicious recipe! First time making scones and they were a hit!
Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness says
Scone are simple to make. My family loves them, too. You will have to check out the other scone recipes on my blog
Jen Pinkston says
We definitely will!
Leah says
These sound and look incredible! I love making scones so I'll definitely give these a try.
Jen Pinkston says
Oh to live in your kitchen and sample all of your recipes! I hope your kids know how lucky they are!
Michael Wurm, Jr. says
This combination of flavors is perfection!! I can't wait to give these a try. I love a scone with a cup of coffee. It's one of my favorite treats.
xo Michael
Jen Pinkston says
Yes! A scone with coffee might be the most perfect combination... now I'm hungry!
Jennifer says
Those look soooooo good!
xx Jennifer
Jen Pinkston says
Thanks, Jennifer! Xo