Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade scones with this easy recipe. Perfect for any occasion, these fluffy scones are a treat for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create bakery-quality scones infused with your favorite flavors like chocolate chips, fresh berries, or nuts. The warm aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone begging for a taste. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or paired with sweet jams and whipped cream, these scones are sure to impress family and friends. Customize them to suit your taste, and make-ahead options allow for spontaneous baking anytime!
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 add-ins: chocolate chips, fresh berries, or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400º F (200º C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until pea-sized pieces remain.
- Create a well in the center and mix in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and egg until just combined.
- Gently fold in your desired add-ins.
- On a floured surface, knead lightly until combined; then form into an 8-10 inch disc about 1.5 to 2 inches tall.
- Chill the disc in the refrigerator for 5–10 minutes before cutting into wedges.
- Freeze cut scones for about 30 minutes before baking to retain their shape.
- Brush tops with buttermilk and bake for about 20–26 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg