Easy Buttery Drop Raisin Scones
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of these Easy Buttery Drop Raisin Scones, a fuss-free recipe perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder, these scones come together in just 10 minutes of prep time. The cold, cubed butter lends an irresistibly tender and flaky texture, while sweet, chewy raisins add a burst of flavor in every bite. Unlike traditional rolled scones, this drop method eliminates the need for rolling and shaping, making it an effortless treat for beginner bakers. Serve these golden-brown beauties fresh out of the oven, slathered with butter, jam, or clotted cream, for a truly delightful homemade experience. Make your next breakfast or tea-time extra special with this quick and easy scone recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 cup Raisins
- 1 unit Egg, large
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
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 all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the raisins to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, drop mounds of dough (about 1/4 cup each) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.6 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.1 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 2705 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300.9 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 99.7 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1234 mg | 26% | |
*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.
