Grandma's Best Scones

Perfectly tender and buttery, Grandma's Best Scones are a nostalgic treat that captures the charm of homemade baking. With simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold butter, and a splash of vanilla, these classic scones are incredibly easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. The key to their light, flaky texture lies in handling the dough gently and using cold ingredients. Whether enjoyed with a dollop of jam and clotted cream or a sprinkling of coarse sugar for a sweet, golden finish, these scones are an irresistible addition to breakfast, brunch, or teatime. Guaranteed to become a family favorite, this recipe is your go-to for warm, fresh-from-the-oven comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cups Heavy cream (cold)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Optional: coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

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 until well combined.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it 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 mixture. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean work surface and turn out the dough. Pat it into a round disc about 1 inch thick and 7 inches in diameter.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the disc into 8 equal wedges.

Step 8

Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece.

Step 9

If desired, brush the tops of the scones with a little heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar for a golden, crunchy finish.

Step 10

Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite accompaniments such as butter, jam, or clotted cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(675.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2706.7

Total Fat 170.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 679.0mg	0%
Sodium 2716.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 258.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 68.7g
Protein 36.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 202.3mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 421.0mg	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: 56.5%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 38.1%