Simple Sweet Scones
Delightfully buttery and irresistibly golden, these Simple Sweet Scones are the ultimate treat for breakfast or afternoon tea. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and cold cubed butter, this recipe combines effortless preparation with bakery-level results. Infused with a hint of vanilla and brushed with egg for a lustrous finish, these scones bake up light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet. Whether served warm with a dollop of clotted cream and jam or enjoyed on their own, their soft, crumbly texture and lightly sugared top make them a timeless favorite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this foolproof recipe is ideal for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Perfect for search terms like “easy scone recipe,” “sweet scones,” and “classic teatime treat,” these beauties make indulgence a simple pleasure.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 75 grams unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 120 milliliters whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon optional sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) 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, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, mix the milk and vanilla extract together.
Gradually add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a fork or wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 2-3 times until it comes together. Pat the dough into a circle about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick.
Using a round cutter (5-6 cm in diameter), cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather any scraps, gently knead, and cut out more scones.
In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush it on top of each scone. If desired, sprinkle sugar on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden and puffed.
Allow the scones to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with clotted cream and jam, or enjoy as is!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.1 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.8 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 365 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 2210 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.5 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.0 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 538 mg | 11% | |
*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.
