Name: Salted Caramel Apple Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 scones
Ingredients: 2 and 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, VERY cold and cut into tiny pieces; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/2 cup (full-fat) sour cream; 2 tablespoons whole milk; 2 tablespoons apple cider; 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized chunks (about 1 and 1/2 cups); 1 cup salted caramel sauce; Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling, optional