Description
Make bakery-quality scones at home in just 10 minutes of prep time with this easy recipe for scones. These tall, buttery, and flaky treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon tea. The beauty of this scone recipe lies in its versatility—customize your scones with chocolate chips, fresh fruits, or nuts to suit your taste. Each bite is moist and rich in flavor, making these scones an impressive addition to any gathering or a delightful treat just for yourself.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400º F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until pea-sized pieces form.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and add buttermilk, vanilla extract, and egg. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Fold in desired mix-ins gently.
- Knead dough briefly on a floured surface until incorporated; chill for about 5–10 minutes.
- Shape into an 8–10 inch disc and cut into wedges. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush tops with an egg wash (optional) and freeze for 30 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 20–26 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (75g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg