Last updated on November 1st, 2024 at 07:59 pm
Scones are one of those delightful treats that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a cozy breakfast or a sweet snack with your afternoon tea, there’s a scone recipe for everyone! As someone who loves baking but doesn’t always have a lot of time, I’m all about finding easy recipes that come out gourmet. Today, I’m going to share my top five favorite scone recipes that are simple and delicious. Trust me, baking scones is easier than you think!
Why I Love Baking Scones (Even as a Lazy Person)
If you’re like me, you probably grew up thinking that scones were only for fancy afternoon teas with the queen. I used to believe they were tricky to make, but let me tell you, scones are actually one of the easiest baked goods to master! The key is to not overthink it or work too hard. With just a few pantry staples like flour, butter, sugar, and your favorite mix-ins, you can have a batch of scones in no time.
What I love most about scones is their versatility. Whether you want something fruity, nutty, or even savory, there’s a scone recipe out there for every craving. And best of all, baking scones is a stress-free way to fill your kitchen with the most delicious aromas.
These scone recipes are my go-to recipes for when I want yummy scone goodness with minimal effort. I hope you enjoy!
1. Vegan Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze
One of my favorite go-to recipes is for these vegan blueberry scones. They’re bursting with juicy blueberries and topped with a zesty lemon glaze that really makes them pop. The best part? This scones recipe is completely plant-based, so they’re perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike.
What makes this scone recipe so easy?
You don’t need any fancy ingredients! Just your usual flour, sugar, coconut oil and dairy-free milk. I add a touch of vanilla extract to give them an extra flavor boost. Once your dough is mixed,shaped, and chilled they bake up beautifully golden in under 15 minutes! You can use fresh or frozen blueberries, too, but I prefer to use fresh berries for aesthetic purposes.
These scones are great for breakfast, and the lemon glaze gives them a fresh, spring-like vibe that’s perfect for warmer weather.
2. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones with Browned Butter Maple Glaze
When fall rolls around, I’m all about the pumpkin everything. These pumpkin chocolate chip scones are everything I love about fall, wrapped up in one delicious treat. The soft, tender crumb combined with the rich flavor of pumpkin and melty chocolate chips makes these scones irresistible. And that browned butter maple glaze? It’s like autumn in every bite.
What makes this scones recipe so easy?
The dough comes together quickly with canned pumpkin, which adds moisture and flavor. Plus, it’s a forgiving recipe! You just mix, shape, chill and bake. The browned maple glaze is also super easy—just brown some butter, whisk in maple syrup, powdered sugar and drizzle. I mean, who can resist that? (Also, if you’re not up for browning butter, you can just make a regular maple glaze. Check out the recipe below for that! I will say the browned butter really makes these scones, but I know it’s not for everyone!)
3. Dairy-Free Maple Scones with Maple Glaze
Speaking of maple, I have to mention these dairy-free maple scones. I’m a huge fan of maple anything, and this recipe is one of my favorites when I’m craving something sweet but not overly indulgent. The warm maple flavor is perfect for cozy mornings or even as a little afternoon pick-me-up.
What makes this scones recipe easy?
It’s dairy-free, but you won’t miss the butter! Coconut oil makes for a flaky, tender scone. And the maple glaze? It couldn’t be simpler—just whisk up powdered sugar, maple syrup and a tinge of vanilla for a perfectly sweet finish. These scones are great for anyone looking for dairy-free alternatives that still pack a punch of flavor.
4. Vegan Apple Cinnamon Scones
For those cooler months, there’s nothing better than the comforting flavors of apple and cinnamon. These vegan apple cinnamon scones are like a warm hug in food form! They’re filled with chunks of sweet apples and spiced with cinnamon, making them a perfect breakfast or snack when the weather turns chilly.
What makes this ones of the best recipes for easy scones?
The ingredients are simple—flour, sugar, coconut oil, cinnamon, oats and your favorite dairy-free milk. Chopped apples add natural sweetness and moisture, so you don’t need much sugar at all. Just mix, shape, chill and bake! The result is a perfectly spiced, tender scone that pairs beautifully with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
5. Blueberry White Chocolate Chip Scones
Last but definitely not least, these blueberry white chocolate chip scones are always a crowd-pleaser. The tartness of the blueberries mixed with the sweetness of white chocolate is a match made in scone heaven. These are the kind of scones you bake when you really want to impress someone without breaking a sweat.
Why this scones recipe is great for beginners:
Even though white chocolate can be finicky to bake with, this recipe is surprisingly straightforward. The dough comes together effortlessly, and the blueberries give it a gorgeous pop of color. These scones are more “traditional” scones and can be made with very basic ingredients. With minimal effort, you’ll have bakery-worthy scones that taste like a dream.
Pro Tips for Baking Scones
Now that I’ve shared my favorite scone recipes, here are a few tips to make sure your scones come out perfectly every time:
- Keep your ingredients cold: Cold butter (or coconut oil for the vegan recipes) is key to flaky scones. It creates little pockets of steam as the scones bake, giving them that lovely rise and light texture. It is a little more work to use cold ingredients, but the payoff in texture in the end is well worth the effort in my opinion! Also, as a helpful hint: Your butter doesn’t have to be ice cold if you chill your dough, anyway, but you definitely don’t want to use melted butter, either.
- Don’t overmix the dough: The very first time I tried to make scones, the recipe and tutorial I had said to knead my scone dough five times (I kid you not!), and my scones ended up coming out like sad, hard pancakes. Scones are like biscuits—you want to mix the dough just until it comes together. If your work your scone dough too much, it just won’t come out right. Make your life easier and don’t overthink scones!
- Chill your dough: I know, I know. You want to bake those scones right away and be done with it! I totally get that! And it can work, but you won’t have those fluffy cloud-like scones you see in magazines if you skip chilling your dough. I usually chill my dough in the freezer to get the best “bang for my buck” on time, ad I usually just let it chill while my oven preheats so that I’m not really wasting too much time waiting for it to chill.
- Use Clean Parchment Paper: I like to chill my scone dough on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, because that gives me a clean, flat surface to chill my dough on. However, if you do it this way, make sure you bake your scones one a clean piece of parchment paper. It can be super tempting to reuse parchment paper when baking! Sometimes I’ll do it with cookies. However, I would not do it with scones. Every time I try to scrape by reusing parchment paper with scones, I inevitably set off the smoke detectors. There’s just something about scone dough where it burns super easily, which is why you want a clean piece of parchment paper without any dough residue on it.
Why You Should Try Baking Scones
If you’re new to baking scones, don’t be intimidated! These scones recipes are so forgiving and adaptable, making them the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to try baking scones. Plus, with the variety of flavors—from fruity blueberry to spiced pumpkin—there’s a recipe for everyone. I’ve found that scones are one of those baked goods that feel fancy without being fussy, and that’s why I love them so much.
With these easy recipes for scones, you can experiment with flavors, switch up the glazes, and even try different add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. Baking scones is super fun and delicious. So the next time you’re in the mood to bake, give one of these scones recipes a try! Happy baking!
