Raisin Scones
Soft, flaky, and bursting with sweet bursts of raisins, these homemade raisin scones are the perfect treat for breakfast, tea time, or a cozy brunch! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder, these scones achieve their tender texture with cold, diced butter gently cut into the dough. A hint of vanilla and rich heavy cream lend an indulgent flavor, while the golden tops can be finished with an optional sprinkle of sugar for a delightful crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe yields eight perfectly portioned scones that pair beautifully with butter, jam, or clotted cream. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these classic raisin scones are sure to become your go-to for a timeless, comforting bake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 0.5 cup Raisins
- 0.75 cup Heavy cream
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Optional: Extra 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.
Add the cold diced butter to the bowl and gently cut it into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the raisins until evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
Using a sharp knife, cut the dough circle into 8 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza). Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, placing them about 2 inches apart.
Optional: Sprinkle the tops of the scones with a little extra sugar for a crunchy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve the scones warm or at room temperature, with butter, jam, or clotted cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.3 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.9 g | 415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 588 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 2727 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.1 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 950 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.
