Grandma Noon's Scottish Scones

Experience the warm, buttery charm of Grandma Noon's Scottish Scones, a timeless recipe brimming with tradition and irresistible flavor. These scones are incredibly light and flaky, thanks to a perfect balance of all-purpose flour, rich unsalted butter, and just the right hint of sweetness from granulated sugar. Enhanced with a touch of vanilla and optional bursts of sweetness from raisins or currants, they bake up golden and tender in just 12 minutes. Whether paired with clotted cream, butter, or jam, these classic scones are the ultimate comfort bake, perfect for afternoon tea or a cozy indulgence. Quick to prepare and beautifully simple, this recipe promises to become a household favorite with every warm, melt-in-your-mouth bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 items large eggs
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups raisins or currants (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a fork or wooden spoon until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If using raisins or currants, fold them into the dough at this stage.

Step 7

Lightly flour your work surface and turn out the dough. Gently knead it 2-3 times until it forms a cohesive ball.

Step 8

Pat the dough into a 1-inch-thick circle. Using a floured 2-inch round biscuit cutter or a glass, cut out scones. Gather and re-roll dough scraps as needed.

Step 9

Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one. Brush the tops lightly with a little milk for a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scones are puffed and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream for a truly delightful treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(677.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2096.7

Total Fat 88.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 572.6mg	0%
Sodium 1697.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 101.9g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 296.7mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 1216.3mg	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: 37.0%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 55.0%