Delicious Tea Scones
Elevate your next tea time with these perfectly tender and buttery **Delicious Tea Scones**, a classic, easy-to-make treat that pairs perfectly with your favorite cup of tea. Made with pantry staples like **all-purpose flour**, a hint of **vanilla extract**, and **cold unsalted butter** for that perfect flaky texture, these scones come together in just 30 minutes from start to finish. For an extra burst of flavor, add **raisins, currants, or dried cranberries**, or sprinkle the tops with **coarse sugar** for a delightful crunch. Whether served warm with **clotted cream**, butter, or fruity jam, these tea scones are a timeless addition to your table, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent afternoon snack. Make these golden-brown wedges today and turn an ordinary moment into a special occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups cold unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups heavy cream
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups optional: raisins, currants, or dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
If you’re adding raisins, currants, or dried cranberries, stir them into the dry mixture at this stage.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender scones.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to form a smooth ball. Pat the dough into a round disk about 1 inch thick and 6–7 inches in diameter.
Use a sharp knife or a bench scraper to cut the dough into 8 triangular wedges. Arrange the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
If desired, brush the tops of the scones with a little heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar for extra sweetness and crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy your tea scones warm with clotted cream, butter, or jam!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.7 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.0 g | 495% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 634 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 2714 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.1 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 954 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
