"These buttery Maple Pecan Scones have the perfect moist, flaky texture and are loaded with pecans and maple flavor! Perfect for your holiday brunch!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup light brown sugar (divided)
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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10 tablespoons very cold or frozen unsalted butter, (cut into 1/4 inch cubes. divided)
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3/4 cup toasted pecans, (coarsely chopped)
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2/3 cup buttermilk, (well shaken)
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2 large egg yolks
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1 teaspoon maple extract
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2 tablespoons whipping cream
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2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
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1/2 teaspoon mild-flavored molasses