Creating these delicious Cinnamon Apple Scones with Velvety Vanilla Icing is simple. Follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
3. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add Sugar and Apples: Stir in the granulated sugar and diced apples until evenly distributed.
5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Gradually add this to the dry mixture, stirring just until the dough comes together.
6. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead a few times to form a cohesive dough. Pat into a circle about 1-inch thick.
7. Cut the Scones: Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into wedges or use a biscuit cutter for a round shape. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden.
9. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the scones cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
10. Make the Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
11. Drizzle Icing: Drizzle the velvety icing over the warm scones for a delightful finish.