There are few things more comforting than fresh, warm scones straight from the oven. They are a perfect addition to a casual cuppa with friends or the fanciest of high teas. And our scone recipes have something for everyone, whether you are partial to sweet or savoury scones.
You’ll find all your favourites including classic scones, pumpkin and date scones, and our lemonade scones are so easy to make. And our apple, ricotta and cinnamon scones are a revelation. So put the kettle on and enjoy!
Test Kitchen tips for our scone recipes
- Use a round-ended knife to ‘cut’ the milk through the flour and butter mixture. The finished scone dough should be soft and sticky, just holding its shape. If you need to add a little flour when you turn it onto the floured working surface, be sparing.
- To ensure scones rise evenly with straight sides, cut out the scones using a sharp metal cutter; remove the cutter in an upward, rather than a twisting motion.
- We prefer to cook scones barely touching each other in a lightly greased shallow aluminium cake pan. The sides of the pan will keep the scones straight as they rise but you will need to cook them slightly longer than you would if on an oven tray.
- Scones need to rise quickly to have a light even texture, so your oven needs to be very hot. Get to know your oven well as it may be better to cook the scones in the top third or bottom third of the oven.
How long do scones keep?
These scone recipes are best made close to serving time. Scones can be kept in an airtight container for 2 days and frozen for up to 2 months. You can freeze uncooked scones and then bake them straight from the freezer!
How to make scones
An easy scone recipe that’s quick to make and delicious with jam and cream, or any topping that’s to your taste.
Air fryer lemon curd scones
Is there anything this appliance can’t do?
Sultana scones
A sweet twist on the classic.
Raspberry and choc-chunk gluten-free scones
Bursting with flavour.
White chocolate and blueberry scones
Can you improve on perfection?
Lemonade scones
So simple, so delicious.
Buttermilk scones
Jam and cream is optional here but we know how we like to eat ours!
Coconut scones
A fresh take on the old English classic (and they’re completely vegan).
Julie Goodwin’s lemonade scones with lemon curd
Simply irresistible.
Gluten free cornflake and honey scones
We’ve given your favourite scones a flavour boost by added crunchy cornflakes, honey and buttery macadamias.
Cheese scones
Best served fresh from the oven!
Hot marmalade scones
A sweet, citrusy twist on the classic morning tea treat.
Gluten free buttermilk maple scones
Enjoy sweet and fluffy scones without the gluten.
Cheese and bacon scones
They’re easy to make and delicious to eat.
Hot cross bun scones
Combine the moist, crumbly texture of homemade scones with the fruity flavours and spices of hot cross buns.
Pumpkin scones
Eat them warm from the oven plain or slathered with butter.
Butterless scones
These light and fluffy scones are made without butter to create a beautiful morning tea treat with less fat. Serve them warm with a slice of sweet jam for a beautiful treat.
Date, walnut and banana scones
These beautiful scones are packed full of sweet dates, bananas and walnuts. They’re perfect for the kids lunches, or served warm with with cream at any afternoon tea.
Scone pizza
When you’re after a tasty snack in a hurry, look no further than this scone pizza. Topped with grilled vegetables, it fills tummies and contributes to the 5-a-day quota.
Date scones
These light, fluffy scones have the added sweetness of dates. They are perfect for a morning or afternoon snack.
Sticky date scones
Give your regular afternoon-tea fare a sweet lift with these sticky date scones. The butterscotch sauce adds a deliciously luscious note to this decadent treat. Enjoy.
