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Flaky, buttery Coffee Cinnamon scones infused with bold coffee flavor and warm cinnamon spice

There’s just something magical about pairing coffee with a warm baked good—but what if you could combine the two into one irresistible treat?

These Coffee Cinnamon Scones are everything you love about your morning cup of coffee wrapped up in a tender, flaky scone with a cozy hint of cinnamon.

Perfect for slow mornings, brunch with friends, or even an afternoon pick-me-up, these scones bring bakery-style goodness right into your kitchen. And the best part? They’re easier to make than you think!

My love of scones has increased greatly since I made this Coffee Cinnamon Scones recipe. I have made Lemon Lavender scones, which are perfect for spring or summer.

We have made mini strawberry scones for a catering gig I did.

We made pumpkin scones for fall, and we have also made chocolate chip scones. I am here to tell you that none of those scones compares to these double-decker coffee cinnamon scones we just made.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Coffee + cinnamon combo – Warm, cozy, and absolutely irresistible
Tender and flaky texture – Just like your favorite bakery
Perfect for breakfast or brunch – Pairs beautifully with your morning coffee
Make-ahead friendly – Great for prepping in advance
Freezer-friendly – Bake now or save for later

How to Make Coffee Cinnamon Scones

What makes this recipe so fabulous is the Frosted Cinnamon Bun Coffee we used from Door County Coffee to make these. Of course, you can use any coffee you have on hand, but trust me when I say that this coffee puts these over the top.

To make the filling for these scones, you are going to need —

¼ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp flour
1 tsp finely ground coffee
½ tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces

The scones are going to be made like a normal scone, using simple pantry ingredients. The one ingredient that makes these scones so moist and delicious is the vanilla yogurt.

Once you get your scone dough mixed up, divide it into two and make the first round.

Top with the cinnamon coffee mixture. For our sugar, we used Dixie Crystals.

Then, take the other half of the dough and roll it out to match the first circle and place it on top of the cinnamon mixture.

Then slice into 8 triangles and bake in the oven until golden brown. Once it comes out, drizzle with a coffee bean glaze over the scones.

These are by far the best scones I have ever made, and I cannot wait to make them again because these did not last long at all around my family.

Tips for Perfect Scones

Keep your butter cold – This creates those flaky layers
Don’t overwork the dough – Less handling = softer scones
Use espresso powder for stronger flavor
Chill the dough if needed – Helps prevent spreading

Variations to Try

Chocolate Chip Coffee Scones – Add 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Maple Coffee Scones – Swap glaze for maple icing
Cinnamon Streusel Topping – Add a crumb topping before baking
Mocha Scones – Add cocoa powder for a richer flavor

How to Store

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days
Refrigerator: Up to 5 days
Freezer: Freeze unbaked or baked scones for up to 3 months

Final Thoughts

If you’re a coffee lover like me, these Coffee Cinnamon Scones are about to become your new favorite treat. They’re cozy, comforting, and just the thing to make your mornings feel a little more special.

Serve them warm with your favorite cup of coffee, and you’ve got yourself a café-worthy experience right at home.

Looking for More Coffee Inspiration? Check these recipes out.

Also, be sure to visit the Best Coffee Recipes page on my blog for more inspiration. I even have a list of some of my favorite coffee accessories.

Yield: 8 Scones

Coffee Cinnamon Scones

Name: Coffee Cinnamon Scones
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 s
Total time: 10 min 45 s
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1¼ cups powdered sugar; 3 tbsp strong brewed coffee, cooled; 2 tablespoons of finely ground coffee; 1 egg white, lightly whisked; 2 tsp sugar; 2½ cups flour; ½ cup of sugar; 2 tsp baking powder; ½ tsp baking soda; ½ tsp kosher salt; ½ cup cold butter, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 cup vanilla yogurt; 1 egg; 2 tsp vanilla extract; ¼ cup brown sugar; 2 tbsp flour; 1 tsp finely ground coffee; ½ tsp ground cinnamon; 2 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces

These Coffee Cinnamon scones are so delicious and full of amazing coffee flavor.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 45 seconds

Total Time 10 minutes 45 seconds

Ingredients

For the Cinnamon-Coffee Filling

¼ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp flour
1 tsp finely ground coffee
½ tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces

For the Scone Dough

2½ cups flour
½ cup of sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp kosher salt
½ cup cold butter, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1 egg
2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Egg Wash

1 egg white, lightly whisked
2 tsp sugar

For the Glaze

1¼ cups powdered sugar
3 tbsp strong brewed coffee, cooled
2 tablespoons of finely ground coffee

Instructions

To make the scone filling, combine brown sugar, flour, coffee and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Stir to combine.
Add butter, and incorporate until you get coarse crumbs and set aside.
To make the scones, preheat oven to 375ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cut in butter with your fingers until it resembles pea-size crumbs.
In a small bowl, whisk yogurt, egg and vanilla extract. Add this to the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until moistened.
Dump onto a lightly floured surface and knead 5 to 6 times.
Divide the dough in half, and pat each half into an 8-inch circle.
Sprinkle cinnamon-coffee filling over one circle and place remaining dough circle over top.
Pinch edges gently together. Cut into 8 wedges and place each wedge on a prepared baking sheet.
Brush wedges with egg white and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until tops are golden.
For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, ground coffee, and coffee in a small bowl. Drizzle over cooled scones.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 457Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 498mgCarbohydrates: 72gFiber: 1gSugar: 40gProtein: 7g

Trish

Friday 11th of April 2025

Could I substitute sour cream for the yogurt?

Jennifer Sikora

I am sure you could

Colleen

Thursday 27th of March 2025

These look delicious!

I don't have Frosted Cinnamon Bun coffee but I DO have Churro (also Door County) - I'm thinking it's a similar-enough flavor profile to work. Going to try them this weekend!

Yes it is. Give it a try! You will love them.