Mile High Biscuits Scones
Get ready to elevate your baking game with these Mile High Biscuit Scones—a mouthwatering fusion of classic biscuits and tender, flaky scones that rise sky-high! This quick and easy recipe delivers irresistibly buttery layers, thanks to cold cubed butter and a simple folding technique that creates the magic of unparalleled fluffiness. Lightly crisp on the outside with a soft, pillowy center, these scones are enriched with heavy cream, a hint of vanilla, and the perfect touch of sweetness. Customize them with optional toppings like coarse sugar, a sweet glaze, or crunchy sliced almonds for added flair. Ready in under 30 minutes, these versatile delights can be served warm with butter, jam, or honey for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat. Don’t miss the chance to impress with these golden, sky-reaching beauties!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cups heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- optional toppings (e.g., coarse sugar, glaze, or sliced almonds)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour the wet ingredients into the bowl. Stir gently with a fork or spatula until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Using your hands, gently pat and fold the dough over itself a few times to create layers and bring it together. Flatten the dough into a square or circle about 1 inch thick.
Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces (triangles, circles, or squares, as desired) and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
If desired, brush the tops with a little extra heavy cream and sprinkle coarse sugar or other toppings for added texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the scones are puffed and golden brown on top.
Allow the scones to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm with butter, jam, or honey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.7 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.6 g | 648% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 754 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 2692 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.3 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 457 mg | 10% | |
*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.
