Tender vanilla bean mini scones packed with vanilla flavor. If you’re a fan of the Petite Vanilla Scones from Starbucks then you’re going to love this recipe. It’s even better than the original…because everything tastes better when it’s homemade!

How to Make Copycat Petite Vanilla Scones

These Mini Vanilla Scones are better than the store-bought version (Starbucks). This is the best recipe because it’s made with real vanilla beans, the scones are pillowy soft and stay soft for days because of the cream cheese.

These copycat vanilla bean scones make the perfect treat to go with your morning coffee or a cup of tea.

COPYCAT VANILLA BEAN SCONES INGREDIENTS LIST- full recipe below in recipe card

• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 vanilla bean, scrapped or 1 tablespoon of vanilla bean paste
• 3 cups all-purpose flour +¼ cup, divided
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cold, cut into small pieces
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into small cubes
• 2 large eggs
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1 vanilla bean, scrapped ( optional)
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
• 3 tablespoons water or milk

STARBUCKS’ PETITE VANILLA BEAN SCONES INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400°. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, add the sugar and vanilla bean seeds or vanilla paste. Use a spoon to incorporate. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, add 3 cups of flour, salt, and baking powder. Whisk together.
4. To the flour mixture, add the cold cream cheese and cold butter. Using your fingers, break down the cream cheese and butter into small pieces and incorporate into the flour mixture. NOTE: You can use a pastry cutter.
5. To the cream cheese mixture, add the vanilla sugar, eggs, milk, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract. Stir together with a large spoon.
6. Dump the mixture onto a lightly floured surface.
7. Sprinkle ¼ cup flour over the scone dough. Incorporate flour into the dough.
8. Divide dough into three equal pieces (11.3 ounces each).
9. Form one portion of the dough into a 5-inch disk. Cut in half, and set one half aside. Cut the remaining half in half again. Cut each remaining piece (there should be two pieces) in half. Repeat with the set-aside piece. Each disk should have 8 mini scones. TIP: I used a bench scraper, a sharp knife will also work.
10. Repeat with the remaining 2 disks.
11. As the dough is cut place it on the prepared baking sheet.
12. Bake 12 – 15 minutes (NOTE: I baked my scones in a convection oven and only baked them for 12 minutes)
13. When finished baking, slide the scones still on the parchment paper onto the kitchen counter to completely cool before adding the glaze.
14. Into a medium bowl, add the sugar (optional) vanilla bean seeds, vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste), and water or milk. Whisk until smooth.
15. Remove scones from the parchment paper and put them on a cooling rack, slide the parchment paper under the cooling rack.
16. Spoon vanilla bean glaze over scones or dip scones in glaze.
17. Place on cooling rack until glaze has hardened. THIS RECIPE MAKES 24 MINI SCONES

THE SECRET TO A SCONE WITH TENDER FLAKY LAYERS

Many bakers believe that making scone dough with cold ingredients is the key to a light, flaky, and moist scone. While I do believe using cold ingredients is a key factor I also believe adding cream cheese helps drive the scone recipe above and beyond a traditional scone recipe. Below is a list for making good scones.

• USE COLD INGREDIENTS (butter, cream cheese, eggs, and milk.
• DON’T OVER MIX-only mix until the dough just comes together.
• ADDING CREAM CHEESE- aids in texture and moisture.

How to Make Vanilla Sugar

1. It’s the little things that can take a recipe beyond it’s potential. In this case, it’s vanilla sugar.
   1. FOR LONG TERM: Scrape vanilla seeds from a vanilla bean, stir into sugar, also add the pod to the sugar. Store in a container with an airtight lid. Great in coffee, hot tea, and baked goods.
   2. FOR THIS RECIPE: Scrape seeds from pod and add the seeds to the sugar. Rub together with your fingers until fragrant.
      1. TIP: This technique will also work with any citrus.

Imitation Vanilla, Vanilla Extract, and Vanilla Beans

• IMITATION VANILLA: Although imitation vanilla may contain a hint of vanillia, which is derived from vanilla beans, the majority of it is usually lignin, which is a wood pulp by-product. The flavor isn’t great and tends to bake off in the oven. I KNOW IT’S CHEAPER THAN REAL VANILLA BUT IN THE LONG RUN YOU ARE WASTING YOUR MONEY ON IMITATION VANILLA. VOTE: THUMBS DOWN!
• VANILLA EXTRACT: Vanilla Extract is a solution made by soaking vanilla beans in some form of alcohol (usually vodka) Vanilla Extract is extracted from real vanilla beans and is an essential ingredient in many desserts. SPEND THE EXTRA MONEY ON REAL VANILLA YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT! VOTE: THUMBS UP!
• VANILLA BEANS: Is the actual vanilla pod, packed with vanilla flavor. Whenever possible use a vanilla bean in place of vanilla extract. EXAMPLE: When using extract in place of vanilla bean in a recipe, use 1 teaspoon of extract for every inch of vanilla bean ( usually 1 tablespoon extract per vanilla bean). VOTE: THUMBS UP!

How to Freeze Scones

FREEZE SCONES: If frozen, scones can be made weeks in advance!  Once the dough is made and cut into triangle forms, place the triangles on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.  Place the cookie sheet into the freezer until the scones are frozen.  Drop frozen scones into a freezer-safe zip-top bag and then back into the freezer.  When ready to bake, place frozen scones on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and bake (time may vary when baking frozen scones versus fresh scones).

How to Make Regular-Size Vanilla Scones

The size of a traditional scone is about 6-7 inches long. To transform this recipe into larger scones, divide dough into two equal portions, pat into TWO 6-inch disks ,and cut into a total of 16 scones (8 per disk)

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In conclusion, the world of baking has been forever changed by the delectable invention of Starbucks’ Petite Vanilla Scones. From the creamy vanilla glaze to the buttery, crumbly texture, these scones are truly a magical treat. Now you can make them in your kitchen and share them with your family and friends. Happy Baking!💗Sheryl