Dad's Sunday Morning Scones

Start your Sunday mornings off right with "Dad's Sunday Morning Scones," a timeless recipe that embodies comfort and simplicity. These fluffy, buttery scones come together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making them the perfect easy breakfast treat for busy weekends or leisurely family gatherings. Featuring a rich base of all-purpose flour, a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, and the magic of cold, cubed butter for that irresistibly tender crumb, this recipe is endlessly customizable—fold in blueberries, chocolate chips, or nuts for your own unique twist. Finished with a golden brush of cream, these scones bake to perfection in just 20 minutes. Serve them warm with butter, clotted cream, or a dollop of jam for a homemade bakery experience that’s sure to become a family tradition. Perfect for keyword searches like "easy scone recipe," "homemade scones," and "customizable scone ideas," this recipe is a must-try for breakfast lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.75 cups Heavy cream
• 1 unit Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Optional add-ins (e.g., blueberries, chocolate chips, chopped nuts)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. If adding optional ingredients like berries or chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.

Step 6

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a 1-inch-thick disc. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 7

Cut the disc into 8 equal wedges and transfer them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Brush the tops of the scones with a little heavy cream for a golden finish, if desired.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden and firm to the touch.

Step 10

Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving warm. Pair with butter, clotted cream, or jam for the ultimate Sunday morning treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(753.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2584.5

Total Fat 163.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 624.3mg	0%
Sodium 2679.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 32.9g	0%

Vitamin D 99.3IU	0%
Calcium 93.4mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 451.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 36.7%