Here’s a simple, classic scones recipe that’s easy to make and perfect for beginners 🫖✨
Classic Scones (makes 8)
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
- ½ cup milk or heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional add-ins
- Chocolate chips
- Blueberries
- Raisins or cranberries
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture looks crumbly.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla.
- Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place on baking sheet.
- Bake 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool slightly and enjoy!
Optional topping
- Brush with milk or cream before baking
- Sprinkle with a little sugar for a crisp top
Want a chocolate chip, blueberry, or savory cheese scone version?