Good Scone Recipes
Scones are versatile baked goods that can be made sweet or savory, and they are perfect for various occasions. Below are several good scone recipes that you can try, each with unique flavors and ingredients.
1. Basic Scone Recipe
This is a foundational recipe that you can customize with different add-ins.
Ingredients:
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, frozen and grated
1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream or buttermilk
1 large egg
Optional: vanilla extract for sweetness
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
Cut in the grated frozen butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In another bowl, whisk together the cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Turn out onto a floured surface, shape into a disc about an inch thick, and cut into wedges.
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 18-25 minutes until golden brown.
2. Blueberry Scones
A delicious variation of the basic scone recipe that incorporates fresh blueberries.
Ingredients:
Use the basic scone recipe above but add:
1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen)
Instructions: Follow the basic scone recipe instructions but gently fold in blueberries after mixing wet and dry ingredients.
3. Chocolate Chip Scones
These sweet scones are perfect for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients:
Use the basic scone recipe above but add:
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions: Follow the basic scone recipe instructions but fold in chocolate chips along with other wet ingredients.
4. Pumpkin Scones
Ideal for fall, these scones have a rich pumpkin flavor.
Ingredients:
Use the basic scone recipe above but replace some of the heavy cream with:
1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to taste.
Instructions: Follow the basic scone recipe instructions while incorporating pumpkin puree into your wet mixture.
5. Ham & Cheese Scones
A savory option that’s great for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients:
Use the basic scone recipe above but omit sugar and add:
1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar)
1 cup diced ham
Instructions: Follow the basic scone recipe instructions while mixing in cheese and ham before shaping into wedges.
These recipes provide a solid foundation for making delicious homemade scones that can be enjoyed at any time of day!
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