Robin's Fruited Scones

Indulge in the delightful charm of "Robin's Fruited Scones," a timeless recipe that marries buttery, flaky layers with bursts of sweetness from dried mixed fruits like apricots, cranberries, and raisins. Perfectly golden and sprinkled with coarse sugar for a satisfying crunch, these scones come together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep time. The secret to their tender crumb lies in cold, cubed butter and a gentle mixing technique, ensuring each bite is irresistibly light and flavorful. Whether served warm with clotted cream and jam or enjoyed on their own, these bakery-style scones make for a stunning addition to your breakfast table or afternoon tea spread. Bake up a batch today and savor the simple pleasures of this classic treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

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 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.75 cup dried mixed fruit (e.g., chopped apricots, cranberries, raisins)
• 0.75 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons 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 bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the dried mixed fruit until evenly distributed.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until a dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick circle. Using a sharp knife, cut the circle into 8 equal wedges.

Step 7

Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each scone.

Step 8

Lightly brush the tops of each scone with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar for a sweet, crunchy topping.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 14–16 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite toppings like clotted cream, butter, or jam.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(758.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2808.8

Total Fat 137.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 551mg	0%
Sodium 2684.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 355.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 142.3g
Protein 34.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 124.2mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1244.3mg	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: 44.2%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 50.9%